Parasitological analysis in vegetable hortalities in licínio de almeida - ba

The consumption of vegetables in Brazil Occurs largely due to Several factors such as low cost, ease of cultivation and acquisition of These products. Another relevant factor is the recommendation by doctors and nutritionists because of their great nutritional value, adding various vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber to their consumers' menu. However, the consumption of Lactuca Sativa L. occurs mainly in fresh form, which may be a vehicle for parasite contamination. The objective of this study was to evaluate the presence of parasite contamination in lettuce commercialized in Licínio de Almeida - BA. The analysis was performed with samples obtained from free markets, supermarkets and places of cultivation, through the spontaneous sedimentation method of Hoffman, Pons and Janer. The results demonstrated the occurrence of contamination with all samples studied. It was concluded that the need for improvement in the planting, cultivation, transportation and storage processes of these vegetables, since contamination by its consumption can cause serious health problems.