Fortis Doctor Advises Against Eating Spinach, Cabbage, and Brinjal Raw Due to Health Risks

Dr. Shubham Vatsya, a Fortis gastroenterologist, advises against eating spinach, cabbage, and brinjal (eggplant) raw due to health risks. Raw spinach may carry E. coli, tapeworm eggs, and oxalates linked to gastrointestinal infections and kidney stones. Cabbage can harbor parasites causing neurocysticercosis, while raw brinjal contains solanine, a toxin causing digestive issues. Cooking these vegetables kills harmful bacteria and toxins, improving safety and digestion. Additional vegetables like capsicum and kale are also recommended to be cooked before consumption.