What Kind of Food Does Mold Grow Quickest On?
Several types of foodborne mold exist. Jeffrey Coolidge/Photodisc/Getty Images Mold is a fungus that grows on plant and animal material, including the food we eat. It’s made up tiny cell-producing spores that dry and spread through the air, water and with the help of insects. Warm, moist environments promote the growth of mold, but it’s also known to grow in refrigeration. Foods with a high concentration of moisture tend to grow mold quicker than other foods, even when refrigerated. Moisture helps foster the growth of mold, especially when mold spores are present in the air. Although most foods are vulnerable to mold in these conditions, certain foods grow mold faster than others. Bread Mold grows quickly on all types of bread, but especially quick on breads that do not contain chemicals to preserve their shelf life. Bread is porous and contains a lot of water. Its high water concentration together with its sponge-like consistency provides the right environment for mold growth. You can
