Question

Okay let's say that I went to be around 12:50 and then I woke up at 9:35 and went into the kitchen to see that yams and rice has been left out but they where in sealed tight containers are their still good to eat?

Answer 1

If the yams and rice were left out at room temperature for several hours, it’s generally safer to avoid eating them, even if they were in sealed containers. Cooked food should ideally be stored in the refrigerator within two hours of cooking to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Since you mentioned that you woke up around 9:35 after going to bed around 12:50, it suggests that the food may have been left out for several hours.

If you’re unsure about the safety of the food, it's better to err on the side of caution and not eat it to avoid the risk of foodborne illness.