Q. I have relatives that make milk shakes for my five-year-old granddaughter. They always put a raw egg in the milk shake.
They seem to think the uncooked egg is better for the child. I believe I have read that all eggs should be cooked before eating. Is this true? What is the danger of eating or drinking uncooked eggs?
A. Raw eggs can be contaminated with salmonella. Such bacteria can cause food poisoning that can lead to serious illness. Any food that contains uncooked eggs, such as homemade cookie dough, cake batter or eggnog, can pose a hazard.
Pasteurized egg products can be purchased in the refrigerated dairy case. They would be far safer.
