8 Foods You Should Never Eat Raw

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03 February 2026

Cassava: Contains cyanogenic glycosides, which can cause cyanide poisoning

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Red Kidney Beans: Have phytohemagglutinin, a toxin that can cause severe nausea and vomiting

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Raw Sprouts: Can harbor bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella, leading to foodborne illnesses

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Raw Meat: Risks include Salmonella, E. coli, and parasites like Toxoplasma

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Raw Eggs: Can contain Salmonella, causing food poisoning

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Raw Pork: May contain Trichinella parasites, leading to trichinosis

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Bitter Almonds: Contain amygdalin, which releases cyanide when ingested

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Rack of Lamb or Mutton: Risk of Toxoplasma and other parasites if not cooked properly

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