Vegetables Aphids on Lettuce

[MissJean]

I have no idea if this is silly of me to ask, so be gentle.

I always buy organic heads of lettuce for myself and the pigs, and there's often a small bug or two I rinse off. This time, however, there was a lot of aphids inside the outer leaves of my red leaf. They were covered! I've never seen so many in my life!

The outer leaves were badly damaged, but the inside of the head seems perfectly healthy. No wilting or red cracks. Is it safe to give to my pigs? I always rinse them, but I don't know if aphids can spread anything harmful. I'm certainly no gardener.

Thanks in advance!

 

[GusGusandOreo]

I personally would say it is safe for your piggies. If everything in the inside looks healthy go for it. I know aphids aren't harmful to humans or pets just plants. Hope this helps