Do Sprouts Have Side Effects? Understanding Risks and Safety
                                
                                
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                                According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), raw or lightly cooked sprouts have been linked to numerous outbreaks of foodborne illness. This fact raises a crucial question for health-conscious consumers: do sprouts have side effects, and are they safe for everyone?