Eli5: Why do you vomit so quickly from food poisoning after ingesting bacteria contaminated food?

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Eli5: Why do you vomit so quickly from food poisoning after ingesting bacteria contaminated food?

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The metabolic products given off by multiplying bacteria can inflame the stomach and/or intestinal tract. This sends a strong signal to your brain that you’ve ingested something toxic, which sets off the vomiting reflex.

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