Neutralizes agaricine
Increases antioxidant levels by up to 40%
But What About Parasites?
Let’s clear this up clearly and responsibly.
Vegetables do NOT contain “worm nests”
Parasites do not hatch inside your stomach
They don’t live inside plant tissue waiting to infect humans
How parasites actually spread
Contaminated water
Poor sanitation
Undercooked meat or fish
The real protection
Wash produce thoroughly
Peel when appropriate
Cook when recommended
Avoid raw vegetables in high-risk regions
Fear-based myths distract from real food safety practices that actually protect you.
Cooking:
Destroys harmful compounds
Improves digestion
Increases nutrient absorption
Reduces gut inflammation
That’s not a modern idea — it’s evolutionary biology.
Our brains literally grew larger because we cooked food.
Vegetables That Are Safer Raw (When Clean)
Not all vegetables need cooking. These are generally safe raw:
Lettuce
Cucumbers
Bell peppers
Carrots
Tomatoes
But washing matters more than “raw vs cooked.”
Final Thoughts: Don’t Fear Vegetables — Understand Them
Vegetables are powerful foods, but they aren’t all meant to be eaten raw.
The danger isn’t imaginary parasites hiding inside them.
It’s ignoring how food chemistry actually works.
When you respect proper preparation:
You get more nutrition
Better digestion
Less inflammation
And far fewer health risks
Cooking isn’t a downgrade.
It’s an upgrade your body evolved to need.
