Why don't you kill lobsters before boiling?
Chef's answer
According to Science Focus, the flesh of lobsters, crabs, and other shellfish is full of bacteria that can be harmful to humans if ingested. When shellfish are killed, this bacteria rapidly multiplies and toxins are released that may not be killed off during the cooking process.
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