<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Bread Mold: Is it safe to just break off the moldy spot on a slice of bread, but eat the rest? No, says Consumer Reports On Health. With a soft food like bread, removing the visible mold won't necessarily remove all of the mold. Eating the bread may cause diarrhea or stomach upset. You can, however, safely eat hard foods such as cheese and fruit after removing the mold. Just be sure to cut at least a half inch off around the moldy area, the newsletter advises. Michael Jones, Internet [log in to unmask] Living a wonderful life, gluten-free.