Poisonous foods right in your kitchen

Some familiar foods in your kitchen contain deadly poisons that few people expect.

Peach and Apricot Kernels:Poisonous when eaten. These fruit seeds contain hydrogen cyanide called prussic acid which is very harmful to the body.

Rhubarb:A very poisonous herb in nature. It is said that rhubarb leaves can kill a man instantly. However, the roots of this herb are good for people with constipation.

Tomato:It is a widely consumed fruit. But the leaves and stems of the tomato plant contain a chemical called glycoalkaloid which is a poison. If someone eats the leaves or stems it will cause extreme stress and digestive disorders leading to death.

Potato:Potatoes contain poison in their stems and leaves. If the potatoes turn green, they are very poisonous. If someone eats green potatoes, it can cause weakness and even coma.

Potatoes are one of the foods that can be poisonous if eaten incorrectly.

Almond:Never eat bitter almonds as they contain a poison called cyanide. Soak or fry the almonds to remove the toxins in them.

Nutmeg:Nutmeg can kill your brain. It is said that consuming just 5 grams of nutmeg can cause convulsions, and 7.5 grams can cause epilepsy.

Honey:It is best to only consume honey sold in reputable stores. Unpasteurized honey contains grayanotoxin which is one of the toxic foods because it can lead to nausea and vomiting lasting for 24 hours.

Tuna:The danger of tuna is due to the amount of mercury absorbed by the fish. Mercury is not good for pregnant women as well as children because it can lead to miscarriage and brain tumors in children.

Raw Cashews: should not be consumed as it has been shown to be a deadly food containing a chemical called urushiol, a chemical also found in poison ivy.

Cassava: Cassava leaves and roots are rich in cyanide which is quite dangerous to eat.

According to Zing.vn