Bacillus cereus
• Bacillus cereus or B. cereus is a type of bacteria that produces toxins. • These toxins can cause two types of illness: one type characterized by diarrhea and an emetic toxin, by nausea and vomiting. • These bacteria are present in foods and can multiply quickly at room temperature. • Source: A variety of foods, particularly rice and leftovers, as well as sauces, soups, and other prepared foods that have sat out too long at room temperature. • Symptom: • Diarrheal: Watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps • Emetic (vomiting): Nausea and vomiting