Are Sprouts Safe to Eat? Here's How to Avoid Food Poisoning

Add raw sprouts to your list of handle-with-care foods.

Think potato salad, some fruits, and, surprisingly, raw sprouts.

What Sprouts Cause Food Poisoning?

Why Are Sprouts Dangerous?

According to Anderson, sprouts are grown hydroponically in clear water with seeds brought in from fields.

What can be done about this common cause of foodborne illness?

This can help prevent the growth of potentially contaminated sprouts.

However, the CDC and FDA recommendwashing produce in just waterif you’re cleaning it yourself at home.

If you’re immunocompromised or especially cautious, you might want to order something else.