human
I left some food out for 4 hours. It should be okay to eat still right?
assistant
That depends on the type of food and what ingredients are in it. Different types of food must be refrigerated and eaten within a certain amount of time or they can cause food poisoning and illness. It’s best to throw away any food that has been left out for more than 2 hours. For more details please consult the US Food and Drug Administration guidelines on food safety and storage.