If Spoiled Food Is Bad for Us, Why Do We Also Love It So Much?

Because microbes help us get cultured!

Dan Van Winkle

Published: Dec 31, 2014 01:30 pm

This article is over 10 years old and may contain outdated information

Aside from some microbes being able to kill us and some being harmless, what’s the difference between “spoiled” food that we eat and the kind that we don’t? It’s all a matter of taste (and sometimes texture).

Recommended Videos

(via Geeks Are Sexy)

Are you following The Mary Sue on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Pinterest, & Google +?

The Mary Sue is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy

Author

Dan Van Winkle

Dan Van Winkle (he) is an editor and manager who has been working in digital media since 2013, first at now-defunct Geekosystem (RIP), and then at The Mary Sue starting in 2014, specializing in gaming, science, and technology. Outside of his professional experience, he has been active in video game modding and development as a hobby for many years. He lives in North Carolina with Lisa Brown (his wife) and Liz Lemon (their dog), both of whom are the best, and you will regret challenging him at Smash Bros.