Fridge Rice: Avoid These Mistakes to Prevent Illness

• Incorrectly storing cooked rice can cause food poisoning due to 'Bacillus cereus' bacteria.
• Do not leave cooked rice at room temperature for over two hours; cool it quickly before refrigerating.
• Always cool rice completely before placing it in the fridge to avoid raising fridge temperature and spoiling other foods.
• Store cooked rice in airtight containers to prevent bacterial growth and absorption of other odors.
• Limit fridge storage of cooked rice to a maximum of 3-4 days and avoid reheating and re-refrigerating.

Why It Matters: Improper rice storage can cause serious food poisoning.