Plus two tips to ensure your potatoes are cooked all the way.
Ive heard that I shouldnt eat raw potatoesperhaps even that its not safe.
So is it true that I should avoid eating them raw?
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Heres what the experts say.
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Is It Safe To Eat Raw Potatoes?
Consuming raw potatoes can lead to digestive issues and discomfort.
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Potatoes have two naturally occurring compoundssolanine and chaconineknown as glycoalkaloids.
Le explains that glycoalkaloids can cause toxicity.
Potatoes also contain lectins, a key in of protein and antinutrient that can be harmful in large amounts.
Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
What Happens When You Eat a Raw Potato?
Eating raw potatoes can lead to digestive issues and provoke other ailments.
Gaffen states that in extreme cases, a person could have solanine and chaconine poisoning.
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However, a person would need to ingest a large amount of raw potatoes.
Curious about what can happen when exposed to too much solanine?
There can also be risks related to pathogens when you eat a raw potato.
