Here’s a careful, factual explanation for that claim:
5 Vegetables You Should Be Careful About Eating Raw 🥕🥬
Some raw vegetables can harbor bacteria or parasites if not properly washed or cooked, especially if grown with contaminated water or untreated manure. Cooking or thorough cleaning usually eliminates the risk.
1. Spinach and Leafy Greens 🥬
- Can carry roundworm or liver fluke eggs in contaminated soil
- Always wash thoroughly; steaming or boiling is safest
2. Carrots 🥕
- Root vegetables can hide soil-borne parasites
- Peel and cook if the source is uncertain
3. Cucumbers 🥒
- Outer skin may carry larvae or bacteria
- Wash thoroughly; peeling helps reduce risk
4. Lettuce and Cabbage 🥗
- Outer leaves can pick up harmful microbes
- Wash carefully or lightly cook
5. Beets and Other Root Vegetables 🌱
- Can carry parasite eggs in soil residues
- Cooking kills potential contaminants
Safety Tips
- Wash vegetables under running water
- Use a vegetable brush for roots
- Cook when in doubt
- Avoid untreated manure or contaminated water when gardening
✅ Bottom Line
Most vegetables are healthy raw, but root vegetables and certain leafy greens can carry parasites or bacteria if not properly handled. Washing, peeling, or cooking eliminates the risk.
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