Warning About Pancake Mix!

[Coconut]

I have known for awhile now that outdated pancake mix can be toxic, but apparently neglected to tell our grown children. Last night our daughter was very sick all night after eating pancakes from an expired box of mix, (shes says its over a year old) thankfully shes feeling better today!

WARNING ABOUT Pancake Mix (and other boxed mixes)

"Doctors say many people leave pancake mix in their cupboards way too long, and that's dangerous.

If the mix sits too long in a cupboard without being properly sealed, the mix begins growing mold. If a person has a specific allergy to certain molds, then it could make them really sick, or kill them by anaphylaxis.

"If a person an individual has specific allergy to certain molds then this could make them real sick it could be lethal in some cases," said Dr. Paul Pepe, emergency room physician.
“A lot of the molds that might develop in a pancake mix for example are like bread molds or wheat molds that may occur it's more likely to happen in an environment to humidity or dampness."

So, what can you do to make sure mold doesn't grow on your pancake mix?

Experts say to keep it sealed in a jar and always check the expiration date on the box.

Some red flags are a strange smell or taste; they indicate some nasty molds in the mix. Experts say when in doubt throw it out."

Health Link | KING5.com | News for Seattle, Washington

snopes.com: Pancake Mix and Allergic Reaction

P. S. You might want to tell this to your children, grandchildren, nephews, nieces and anyone else who keeps pancake mix in the cupboard.


Also, beware of outdated Bisquick, cake, brownie and cookie mixes

I also read of one consumer who got sick on outdated coffee creamer (unverified)

 

[Trishann]

Thanks Coconut for the warning, I have never heard of this information.

Again thanks for the warning, Trish

 

[Gracealone]

Yes, Thank you much!

I for one am sensitive to certain food additives so this is good to know.

My family loves pancakes so it doesn't hang around to long, but will remember this ,and make sure it doesn't also!