Most people never think about parasites when sitting down for a meal.
Yet health authorities warn that certain foods can become a source of parasitic infections when they are eaten raw, undercooked, or contaminated.
This does not mean you need to eliminate these foods from your diet. In many cases, proper cooking, cleaning, and food handling dramatically reduce the risk.
The real concern is how certain foods are prepared and where they come from.
Here are four food groups that deserve extra attention.
