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Raw chicken

The raw chicken sample grew in a "lawn". El Ghali said that means bacteria grew in a uniform way on top of itself.

An overview of different samples taken.

An overview of different samples taken.

Most had at least some growth.

The spring mix salad sample grew in a "lawn" and had a color to the bacteria.

The spring mix salad sample grew in a "lawn" and had a color to the bacteria.

The experts said this could point to a toxin grown within the bacteria. Toxins may also lead to food poisoning if enough is ingested to overwhelm your immune system.

The watermelon sample grew bacteria in "colonies"

The watermelon sample grew bacteria in "colonies"

El Ghali said that means bacteria grew in small clusters spread out. The white dots indicate colonies.

Avoid food poisoning this summer cookout season

By Tamara Lopez and Tom Szymanski May 23, 2025

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