Pre-Cut Vegetables and Endotoxins 

Pre-cut vegetables can be a convenient and healthy option, but they may also be prone to building up endotoxins, which can undermine some of their benefits. Endotoxins are structural components of gram-negative bacteria found in food like ground meat and can cause inflammation when consumed, as discussed in various studies. While freshly cut vegetables may start with undetectable levels of endotoxins, bacterial growth and endotoxin buildup can occur over time, even if they are kept chilled in the fridge. Switching to a lower-endotoxin diet has been shown to reduce inflammation markers in the body, highlighting the impact of endotoxins on health. Pre-cut vegetables, while still a better option than no veggies at all, may be associated with increased oral endotoxin exposure compared to whole, intact foods. Consider cutting your own vegetables for the healthiest option.