To prevent cysticercosis, the following precautions should be taken:
Wash your hands with soap and warm water after using the toilet, changing diapers, and before handling food
Teach children the importance of washing hands to prevent infection
Wash and peel all raw vegetables and fruits before eating
Use good food and water safety practices while traveling in developing countries such as:
Drink only bottled or boiled (1 minute) water or carbonated (bubbly) drinks in cans or bottles
Filter unsafe water through an "absolute 1 micron or less" filter AND dissolve iodine tablets in the filtered water; "absolute 1 micron" filters can be found in camping and outdoor supply stores