Elderberries
Antioxidants are found in elderberries, plus they are thought to enhance the immune system, safeguard against the flu, alleviate colds. However, drinking and eating raw elderberries or any other toxic section of the plant could result in stupor, dizziness, vomiting, and nausea. Fortunately, the substances that are toxically discovered in the elderberries could be removed safely by cooking them.
Flour
Consuming a spoonful of raw batter or dough, in particular, if it is cookie dough, is difficult to refuse to accept. However, not only would the individual be at risk of receiving a salmonella infection due to raw eggs, but they may also be at risk because of the E. coli in flour. An outbreak of E. coli infections in 2016 that was associated with raw flour, ended with sixty-three individuals falling ill. Given that the bacteria are killed when food made with flour is cooked, individuals need to manage their urges until the heat eliminates the bacteria.
Brussels Sprouts
Adults love to tell children, eat their Brussels sprouts and this is for a great reason. They are rich in nutrients and high in antioxidants. Even though Brussels sprouts could be consumed in their raw form and should not be overcooked. Eating them raw should be avoided if the individual suffers from hypothyroidism as they are one of the probable toxicants found in thyroid dysfunction.
Apples
We have all heard the saying that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. However, care is required to be taken when biting into the raw apples. Chewing an apple seed accidentally could result in the release of cyanide, as it contains amygdalin. Even though the individual may need to eat roughly forty apple cores in order to get a dose that is fatal. The ATSDR or the Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry stated that even the smallest quantity of cyanide could be dangerous. They strongly recommend that apple seeds should not be consumed.
Cashew Nuts
Cashew nuts are considered a delicious snack; however, they reduce the risk of heart attack, decrease bad cholesterol. They also assist in maintaining a weight that is healthy. Although, raw cashews consist of urushiol, which is a toxic substance located in poison ivy. A plant that derives from the same botanical family as the cashew nut tree. Simply coming into contact with it could activate a reaction in the skin in a few individuals.
Tuna
When most people consider eating ahi poke or sushi, they think about eating the freshest of raw tuna. Although raw tuna can be consumed, individuals may face the risk of an illness that is foodborne. Especially, if the raw tuna is not stored separately from other raw fish or raw meat. There is also a very high content of mercury, which could have effects that are toxic on the central nervous and cardiovascular systems. Cooked fish contains forty to sixty percent lower content of bioaccessible mercury than raw fish.
