Who Should Avoid Eating Sprouts and Why
                                
                                
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                                According to the CDC, raw sprouts can carry a heightened risk of food poisoning from bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli. Due to this contamination risk, some groups of people are strongly advised to avoid eating sprouts, particularly if they are raw or lightly cooked.