In which cases should you not eat lettuce?

There are about 6 types of lettuce based on the structure of the top and leaves. The more bitter the leaves are, the more nutrients such as antioxidants are rich. This is a popular leafy vegetable in Vietnamese and world cuisine, especially often used in salads, salads, sandwiches or served with grilled dishes. However, in which cases should you limit or avoid using lettuce?

People taking anticoagulants: Lettuce contains a lot of vitamin K, which can reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulants, leading to the risk of blood clots.

Pregnant women: Raw lettuce can contain harmful bacteria and parasites, affecting the health of pregnant mothers and fetuses.

People with stomach pain: The high fiber content in lettuce can irritate the stomach lining, causing discomfort and aggravating symptoms.

People with weak digestive systems: Lettuce is often eaten raw, if not washed thoroughly it can cause digestive disorders or infections.

Note: There have been some reports of lettuce being contaminated with E. coli, possibly from contaminated water or soil. Lettuce is often eaten raw, so it is necessary to wash it thoroughly under running water to remove worm eggs, bacteria, and sand; then soak it for 10 minutes in water to remove bacteria and pesticide residues.

BH (According to SK&DS Newspaper)

Source: https://baoninhthuan.com.vn/news/153017p30c88/truong-hop-naokkhong-nen-dung-rau-xa-lach.htm