Why can you eat mayo and not eggs?

You can eat mayonnaise but not eggs because mayonnaise is typically made with pasteurized eggs, which reduces the risk of foodborne illness. Pasteurization involves heating the eggs to a temperature that kills harmful bacteria without cooking them. In contrast, raw or undercooked eggs can carry pathogens like Salmonella, posing a higher health risk. Therefore, if you need to avoid raw eggs for safety reasons, mayonnaise is generally considered safe to consume.