Never buy more food than can be stored properly or more than your family can consume before it spoils. Maintain clean working and storage areas. If any mold develops, toss the entire box or container of cereal, cake mix, or other grain flour-based product. Do not consume shriveled or moldy peanuts. Never sniff mold or moldy foods.
Spores often arise from mold like a fine dust.
Some are dangerous when breathed into the lungs. Others may cause allergies. Always dispose of moldy food in paper or plastic bags so children and animals cannot get into it. When in doubt, throw it out. University of Vermont Extension, Burlington, Vermont.