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[–] NoTrueScotsman [S] ago 

People commonly believe raw potatoes are poisonous, maybe that's why they think you're weird.

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[–] heygeorge 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

I had never heard of that. Strange!

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[–] Hand_of_Node 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago  (edited ago)

Cooking the potatoes destroys the bacteria. Eating the potato raw may cause abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fever and an upset stomach. Two toxic chemicals (steroidal glycoalkaloids) solanine and chaconine are naturally present in potatoes and are important components of their resistance against pests and pathogens.

Might have to do with this. And below.

Green potatoes and especially potato sprouts, should never be eaten. Cooking does not deactivate these toxins. The raw potato also contains antinutrients that act as enzyme (protease) inhibitors. This might be a consideration if you don't eat well and crunching on raw spuds is a regular part of your diet.