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2. Is It Safe to Eat Stale Bread?
Stale bread is generally safe to eat as long as there is no mold present. Mold can appear as green, black, or white fuzzy spots and can produce harmful mycotoxins.
If the bread is simply dry and hard, it’s safe to consume. Toasting or using it in moisture-rich recipes (like bread pudding or croutons) can enhance both taste and texture.
3. The Environmental Impact of Food Waste
Food waste is a major issue, with 1.3 billion tons of food wasted globally each year. Bread is among the most commonly wasted items.
When food is wasted, resources like water, energy, and labor are also wasted — and decomposing food contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
Using stale bread helps reduce this impact and supports a more sustainable food system.
4. Creative Ways to Revive Stale Bread
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