6. Eggplant
In general, eggplants are cooked before being consumed; however, if you’re curious to find out whether eggplants are safe to be eaten raw or not, we have a straight answer for that: NO, it’s not.
Eggplants and other veggies that are in the same family, namely the Solanaceae family, contain a glycoalkaloid known as solanine. Doctors say that solanine consumption is toxic and can even lead to neurological and gastrointestinal disorders, especially if consumed in large amounts.
Someone who consumed solanine may experience nausea, headaches, dizziness, thyroid problems, vomiting, and even paralysis. Just eat your eggplants baked, roasted, stir-fried, or cooked.
