Do you really know? Can you get food poisoning from raw fish?
Nov 14, 2025
Raw fish like sushi is celebrated for its health benefits but also poses contamination risks. Improper handling can lead to issues, including parasites like tapeworms and Anisakis. Learn how these invaders affect health and the symptoms to watch for. To enjoy raw fish safely, cooking or freezing is highly recommended. Tune in for essential tips on minimizing risks while indulging in your favorite dishes!
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Raw Fish: Benefits Come With Risks
- Raw fish delivers valuable fatty acids and vitamins A, D and E that provide real health benefits.
- Those benefits coexist with contamination risks from handling, storage, polluted waters and parasites.
Parasites Lurk In Raw Fish
- Raw and undercooked fish can carry specific parasites like tapeworms and Anisakis that infect humans.
- These parasites cause digestive pain, diarrhoea, nausea and long-term nutrient deficiencies.
Cook Or Freeze To Kill Parasites
- Avoid parasite risk by cooking fish or freezing it to required temperatures before serving raw.
- Follow FDA and European freezing guidelines and refuse non-frozen-labelled raw fish at restaurants.