Eggs  are a staple in many homes: accessible, versatile, and packed with nutrients. But what happens if you accidentally eat a bad egg  ? Whether it’s a spoiled hard-boiled egg or a broken egg you didn’t know was contaminated, consuming a rotten egg can affect your  health  in several ways. Here’s what you need to know.
1. The main risk: food poisoning
The greatest danger of eating a spoiled egg is foodborne illness, commonly caused by bacteria such as Salmonella. While not all spoiled eggs contain harmful bacteria, they create the