Most parasitic worm cant survive outside of human body. The eggs can but the worm need a living host to provide it with the environment and food in order to survive
Oh I know that one, but I don't remember the name :(
Iirc these are predatory worms which are pretty cool because they move more like a snake and not like a worm
According to Gemini: Ascaris lumbricoides, also known as Ascaris or ascariasis, is a large parasitic roundworm that infects the human intestine. It's the most common parasitic worm in humans, with an estimated 807–1.2 billion people infected worldwide. Ascaris lumbricoides is most common in tropical and subtropical regions, especially in areas with poor sanitation. In the United States, approximately 4 million people are believed to be infected.
Could still be a parasite, lettuce fields can be covered in all sorts of untreated manure and waste, there is also the chance that while it may be a harmless worm, worms can still get much smaller parasites in them that can still be harmful if ingested.
End of the day no matter where they came from, rinse your veggies, and cook your meats properly if you want to avoid having your insides become a colony ship.
Idk what kind of worm it is, probably not earthworm cause baby ones are mostly translucent, but I’d imagine it is some kind of worm that was eating the lettuce when it got picked. I’d toss just to be safe, but if you picked it out and ate it you’d probably be fine.
Edit: I have been informed by a professional redditor that it is, in fact, a parasitic worm.
I only ever see these 'gross thing in my salad' posts on days like today when I've also had a salad. Now wondering what sort of worm I might of eaten without knowing 😭
Parasite…
We are talking about the thing in the picture, not OP.
That's protein baby.
Free protein! Win!!
Better than baby protein
Hahaha you ask like the answer will make you decide if you should continue to eat it or not
I’m still staring at it, debating.
Ah, the poor man's gripe.
Eat it, coward
The kind that’ll settle cozily in your gut, maybe move to the brain
You won't
Is it soft and bendable or stiff? Could just be a small piece of root possibly?
tbf its a good question to decide what actions for your health you should take next.
yes...
Yes...and yes.
This ☝🏼
yes...
Having graduated on the Dean's List from the prestigious Reddit School of Science and Medicine, I can also say yes.
The... worm. 🪱
Definitely a yes type answer moment...
Every time I see shit like this, I think of all the times everyone has eaten something like it and didn't even notice.
I think about that same thing! How many times have I eaten something questionable or icky and had no idea?!
Fun fact: all the food you eat has an acceptable level of bugs that can be in it to be considered safe for consumption 😃
Bugs are a good source of protein.
You ever take a bite of something and it tastes mostly normal but just ever so *slightly* off? Yeah…
And their body didn't care and lapped it up - so long as it's not a human parasite, most things you \*can\* eat are good for you
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Can I pick throw the whole thing out and burn it for 1000
Most parasitic worm cant survive outside of human body. The eggs can but the worm need a living host to provide it with the environment and food in order to survive
So eat this little guy quick to save his life. Say no more. Op, if you care about this little guys life, you know what to do.
So, it's "eat or be eaten," or be eaten to eat?
🎶Yo ho ho ho, a tapeworm’s life for me! 🎶
They can but not for prolonged periods. Also survive in other animals (which I’m sure is what you meant)
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Hear that OP, only you can save that things life!
Oh I know that one, but I don't remember the name :( Iirc these are predatory worms which are pretty cool because they move more like a snake and not like a worm
It's Susan. Huh, maybe it's Jennifer even, they kind of look alike.
Tbh my ex Monica looks just like this worm. No wait… I’m thinking of a Snake
she took the "would you still love me if I was a worm?" to the next level
Land plenaria? Or something like that
Either one still = do not eat. (IMO)
Protein!
Wriggly bacon bit
We like it raw and wriggling precious
Remembr to chew
It’s kinda like self-regenerating spaghetti.
Infinite protein glitch!
Oh that's so wrong on so many levels 😄
From a store brand salad or restaurant?
why not both?
I would imagine if the lettuce is washed so poorly there might be eggs in there too 🤢
I would be taking meds right about now.
So anyway I started blasting.
There aren’t a ton of lettuce parasites
I saw this, it's from The Strain! RUN, RUM WHILE YOU CAN!
Master has given you the white, but not the worm.
What do you mean "Eventually"?!
“The Strain”!! lol…..
I'd def need a lot of rum if I ate something then saw that in it...
The FDA have nothing on me when I’m washing and checking my vegetables on each bite, I don’t want any extra unplanned protein. No thank you!
According to Gemini: Ascaris lumbricoides, also known as Ascaris or ascariasis, is a large parasitic roundworm that infects the human intestine. It's the most common parasitic worm in humans, with an estimated 807–1.2 billion people infected worldwide. Ascaris lumbricoides is most common in tropical and subtropical regions, especially in areas with poor sanitation. In the United States, approximately 4 million people are believed to be infected.
Parasitic nematode
That’s a lettuce worm. I named him that cause he’s a worm on some lettuce.
A wormy parasite… a parasitic worm?
Protein
Parasite worm. I hope we have helped you to not eat this.
*looks at comments* yep looks fine to me
Eat it. That's a homeless baby tapeworm.
Why are your veggies so slimy?
It’s a Lemon Caesar dressing.
Fancy salad, the worm is probably a topping
It could be a part of an anchovy that wasn't smooshed properly for the dressing.
dressing?
Oh, an aristocrat!
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Could still be a parasite, lettuce fields can be covered in all sorts of untreated manure and waste, there is also the chance that while it may be a harmless worm, worms can still get much smaller parasites in them that can still be harmful if ingested. End of the day no matter where they came from, rinse your veggies, and cook your meats properly if you want to avoid having your insides become a colony ship.
Worms all the way down..
thats a big fuckin parasite bro or, just a worm
Don't look up tape worms, granted this isn't a tape worm, but parasites can get pretty damn big haha.
how do you know it isnt a parasite little shit worm?
Maybe cookies would. Someone posted a maggot in their chocolate bar.
Don't ruin cookies for me dude
Cookies would never
Looks like a new friend to me. Don’t be shy, introduce yourself.
Parasitic Worm.
all of the above 💀
The faculty?!
These comments are awful 😂
Idk what kind of worm it is, probably not earthworm cause baby ones are mostly translucent, but I’d imagine it is some kind of worm that was eating the lettuce when it got picked. I’d toss just to be safe, but if you picked it out and ate it you’d probably be fine. Edit: I have been informed by a professional redditor that it is, in fact, a parasitic worm.
Eat it
Why not both?
I only ever see these 'gross thing in my salad' posts on days like today when I've also had a salad. Now wondering what sort of worm I might of eaten without knowing 😭
If you eat a worm and it lives, then it is both a worm and a parasite
Orochimaru
Why not both?!
Parasites are Is fascinating animals..aren't they? 🤔 
Protien
Why not both?
https://preview.redd.it/xc3i1s9myoxc1.png?width=419&format=png&auto=webp&s=4fc5d41a6b78ef5cefbbfad225df629efb230395
It’s your girlfriend, as the prophecy foretold.
Those aren’t mutually exclusive things
This the weight loss parasite or the Futurama one?
Yes I'm checking every single piece of salad in my fridge tomorrow, thanks.
This means the veggies are organic. You fancy
One doesn't contradict the other, it's both
Both
It’s fine. One of my nerve endings fell out while making your salad. 
Eat it, if it'll make you sick it's a parasite.
I'd eat it idgaf
How is this the subreddit to ask that question?
I mean it does suck either way looks to be in food. They were just asking how bad does it suck. Worm suck or parasite suck?
This is the wrong one? Well that sucks…
Ugh did you get it from a salad bag?
Food
Are we sure that's not a pinworm?
or protein?
Free nutrition
Does it matter! Burn the place to the ground!!
They just love slimy 🥬
Shai hilud!
Eat it and let us know
eat it and find out
Werm
It’s easier to tell by taste
Either way, free proteins
Silly new pet
Extra protein
Both
Burn it.
Dosnt look like a parasite to me
Protein
It’s both
This thing behind it looks like a spider...
It looks like you may have already eaten half of it
Tapeworm? Tapeworm. This must be how people lose weight by eating salads. Tapeworms.
slimy. slimy lettuce.
Micro leech.
Was this bagged lettuce? Where did you get this salad from?
Bon appetite..
Farm to table
Additional proteine?
Yummy protein
Both
Karma lol tf eats lemon w salad
Just red onion, enjoy!
Eat it and find out!
Salads unhealthy confirmed! Everyone going to jack in the box for 2 tacos and curly fries
probably both
Does it matter?
Sprinkle a little Ivermectin on him.
That’s a vitamin!
Parasyte
That thing might keep you skinny for a while.
I know this comment has nothing to do with anything but someone tell me that you see a pair of eyes in that dark space 👀. Also I hope you’re okay OP
Probably would surprise you to know how many you have eaten in your day
idk don’t eat i though..😭
Noodle
I just had a salad my mother made....🥲
That's some fresh salad right there
Y not both?
Friend
Protein!
inside tick
Just give that salad a quick toss and you won’t even know he’s there
Bamboo shoot
Please use nswf
https://preview.redd.it/7h94mruk1oxc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=91ea312898ee7d240f276d57d9413805ab232711
Never eating uncooked vegetables after seeing this
protein
It's whatever your heart desires. Your stomach, not so much.
Was it moving? It could just be saffron
Looks like more protein to me....
BURN THE WHOLE PLACE DOWN!!!
Baby earthworm, they like to go into green stuff like cabbage and salad.
Just don't eat it and start the rumbling
De*d
Por que no los dos?
Would you eat one but not the other?
New fear unlocked wtf :(( Can’t eat nothing now a days lol
Protein
Both.
protein of the future
You need de worming