This is all a result of mycotoxins inside the potato, which pose health threats if consumed. If your gut tells you that a moldy potato is best thrown away, then you have good instincts.

As the balmy days of summer fade, culinarians everywhere are gearing up for the hearty pleasure of stews, soups, and casseroles. Much-loved comfort food that often puts potatoes in the starring role.

You put groceries in the fridge to prevent them from going bad, but there are some surprising foods that can actually go bad when refrigerated. They can even poison you if eaten.