Beware! Common kitchen foods that are surprisingly toxic
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Apple Seeds
Contain amygdalin, which can release cyanide in the body.
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Green Potatoes
Contain solanine, which can cause nausea, headaches, and neurological issues.
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Raw Kidney Beans
Contain phytohaemagglutinin, a toxin that can cause severe gastrointestinal distress.
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Bitter Almonds
Contain hydrogen cyanide, which can be fatal in high doses.
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Elderberries
Unripe or raw berries contain cyanogenic glycosides, which can cause nausea and vomiting.
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Nutmeg
In large quantities, can cause hallucinations, nausea, and palpitations due to myristicin.
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Mushrooms
Wild varieties like Amanita phalloides (death cap) contain amatoxins, which can cause liver failure and death.
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Star Fruits
Contain neurotoxins that can be harmful, especially to those with kidney problems, causing confusion and seizures.