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Yes, it's absolutely true that in India, especially in Punjab, this fear about cabbage is very common. I have also heard about this story. Here are the key points confirmed by scientific papers and global health organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): 1. The Parasite is Not a "Cabbage Worm Scientific literature confirms that _Taenia solium_ is a tapeworm, not a worm native to cabbage. Its primary life cycle involves humans and pigs. Humans can get the adult tapeworm by eating undercooked, infected pork. The more dangerous larval infection (cysticercosis) occurs when a human accidentally ingests the tapeworm's eggs. 2. Contamination is Fecal-Oral, Not from the Cabbage Plant Itself Scientific reports state that vegetables like cabbage and carrots become contaminated when they are grown in soil fertilized with human feces or washed with contaminated water. The tapeworm eggs are passed in the feces of an ...

 Have you ever noticed black spots on your onions? They’re very common, and yes, it’s a mold that grows on the onion’s skin in moist conditions. So, is it dangerous? Well, it can potentially cause **ear or lung infections**, so caution is necessary. To be safe, remove the outer cover of the onion. Check that the inner layers are safe to eat, then **immediately dispose of the peels** so you don't get an infection. Always wash the onion well before using it, and make sure cooked food doesn't come into contact with the affected peels. Stay safe and informed! Is black mold on onions dangerous to eat? For most healthy people, the black mold on the outer skin of an onion is not considered dangerous to eat. The fungus typically stays on the dry, papery outer layers. It's a risk mainly for people with compromised immune systems or a pre-existing mold allergy, as it could cause infections. What are the black spots on my onion? The black spots on your onion are a common fungus called...