Radish Sprouts
Radish sprouts are a whole vegetable with concentrated glucosinolates and vitamin C. However, like all raw sprouts, they have been associated with foodborne illness outbreaks (most notably E.
What it is
Sprouted seeds of Raphanus sativus (radish) — young seedlings eaten whole.
Whole food / fresh produce.
Why it's flagged
- E. coli / Salmonella outbreak risk from raw sprouts
- high-risk groups should cook before eating
What regulators actually say
"Subpart M of 21 CFR Part 112 establishes specific requirements for sprouts to address the unique food safety risks they present."
"Children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems should avoid eating raw sprouts of any kind (including alfalfa, clover, radish, and mung bean sprouts)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Sprouts subject to 21 CFR 112 Subpart M (FSMA sprouts requirements)
European Union — EFSA
Microbiological criteria for sprouts under EU 209/2013
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