Anisakis

Anisakis are tiny worms that can be found in fish such as salmon, mackerel, and squid. These worms can make people sick if they are accidentally eaten along with the fish.

When people eat infected fish, the anisakis worms can attach themselves to the walls of the stomach and intestines, causing stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. In some cases, the worms can even cause an allergic reaction or anaphylaxis.

Luckily, anisakis can be easily avoided by properly cooking and preparing fish before eating. This means cooking fish until it is fully cooked and making sure to properly handle and clean fish before cooking it.

So remember, when it comes to anisakis and fish, always cook it well and be careful when handling it!