Kitchen Logic

Yes, lettuce with pink or red edges is safe if leaves stay firm with no slime, sour smell, or mold.

Yes—red jalapeños are ripe and edible; they’re sweeter with similar heat and shine in salsas, pickles, roasts, and dried flakes.

Yes—sprouted garlic is safe to use in cooked dishes; remove the green germ if you want a less bitter taste in raw recipes.

Yes, browned avocado is safe to eat when the color change is only oxidation; toss it if there’s mold, sour smell, or slimy, collapsing flesh.

Yes, browned avocado flesh from oxidation is safe to eat when smell, texture, and the surface show no mold or off odors.

Yes, small portions of watermelon can fit during diarrhea recovery, but large servings and juices may worsen diarrhea due to excess fructose.

No—instant ramen is a poor choice during diarrhea; pick salted broth with add-ins that are easier on the gut.

For cold or flu, chicken-based pho is typically gentler; beef pho suits higher-calorie needs if your stomach feels steady.

No, raw sushi isn’t wise when ill; choose cooked or vegetarian rolls until you’re fully recovered.

Yes—plain air-popped popcorn can work for mild colds, but skip it with stomach trouble, sore throat, or mouth pain.