As a food safety expert with extensive knowledge in the field of microbiology and food preservation, I can provide you with some key indicators to help determine if you've consumed a bad egg.

When you eat an egg, there are several signs that it may not be fresh or safe to consume:


1. Visual Inspection: If the egg white appears cloudy or the yolk is flattened or off-center, it could be a sign that the egg is old or spoiled.

2. Smell: A strong, sulfurous, or unpleasant odor is a clear indication that the egg has gone bad.

3. Texture: If the egg white is slimy or the yolk has broken and spread out, it's likely spoiled.

4. Taste: A bad egg will often taste flat, sour, or have an off flavor that is distinct from the normal taste of eggs.

5. Reaction After Consumption: If you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain shortly after eating an egg, it could be a sign that you've consumed a bad one.

It's important to remember that even if an egg passes the sniff test and looks fine, it can still be contaminated with bacteria like Salmonella, which may not be apparent through these methods. Always practice good food safety by properly storing eggs and cooking them thoroughly.

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Just fill a bowl with cold water and place your eggs in the bowl. If they sink to the bottom and lay flat on their sides, they're very fresh. If they're a few weeks old but still good to eat, they'll stand on one end at the bottom of the bowl. If they float to the surface, they're no longer fresh enough to eat.read more >>