By - Shruti
Sanwariya
Cabbage
is widely consumed in India, but myths suggest it
may harbor tapeworms leading to Neurocysticercosis,
though proper hygiene and cooking mitigate
risks.
Contrary
to myths, raw cabbage doesn't cause fatal tapeworm
infections like Neurocysticercosis; such issues stem
from poor hygiene and uninspected pork
consumption.
Neurocysticercosis, from
the pork tapeworm, affects the nervous system via
undercooked food and hygiene issues, potentially
leading to epilepsy and fatal outcomes if
untreated.
Poor
sanitation and uninspected meat contribute to
tapeworm infections. Treatment involves epilepsy
management through medication, sometimes requiring
surgery. Initiatives like Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
reduce cases.
Open
defecation in farms can lead to tapeworms.
Thoroughly cleaning and cooking vegetables prevent
tapeworm transmission, ensuring safe consumption and
health.
Maintaining proper hygiene,
including thorough washing and cooking of
vegetables, prevents tapeworm transmission and
ensures safe consumption, safeguarding against
potential health risks.