1. The Main Risk: Food Poisoning
The biggest danger of eating a spoiled egg is foodborne illness, commonly caused by bacteria such as Salmonella. While not all bad eggs contain harmful bacteria, spoiled eggs create the perfect environment for microbial growth.
If contaminated, symptoms may appear within 6 to 48 hours and can include:
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach cramps
Diarrhea
Fever
Headache
Weakness
For most healthy adults, symptoms are unpleasant but temporary and usually resolve within a few days.
2. How Spoiled Eggs Affect Your Body
