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The world of food around us is extremely diverse and rich. However, you will be surprised when foods that are consumed on a daily basis are on the list of things that have the potential to cause deadly poisoning. Here are 12 common foods that cause food poisoning that you should know.1. Cherry seeds
According to research, cherry seeds are among the top poisonous foods that are deadly if eaten improperly. In cherry seeds contain cyanogenic, through chewing will be converted into amygdalin - traces of toxic cyanide. This is one of the toxins that directly affects the respiratory system and leads to death if ingested.
Therefore, experts recommend that when eating cherries, you absolutely should not chew or swallow the seeds. If ingested, you will be at risk of experiencing symptoms of poisoning, including:
Mild poisoning: Headache, hot tongue, abdominal pain, dizziness, irritability and rapid deep breathing. Moderate toxicity: Coma, impaired consciousness, hypotension, respiratory arrest or convulsions. Severe poisoning: Chest pain, slow pulse, hemodynamic disturbances, circulatory arrest or death after eating.
2. Apple seeds
Apple seeds are another food poisoning that you need to be careful about when eating. Apple seeds contain amygdalin, which causes the release of cyanide after contact with the stomach. If you consume a little cyanide will cause symptoms such as fatigue, convulsions, dizziness, nausea or unconsciousness. However, if you consume too much cyanide, you will die.
Fortunately, apple seeds have a protective coating that prevents cyanide from entering the body system. Therefore, if you accidentally ingest a few apple seeds, you will not be poisoned. However, if you chew and swallow continuously about 20-25 apple seeds, you can get cyanide poisoning. When not handled promptly, this poisoning can affect the brain, circulatory system and lead to death.
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3. Elderberry fruit
Elderberry is a commonly grown fruit in Europe, often taken as a syrup or supplement to help boost the immune system and treat certain symptoms of flu, colds or apples. fertilizer. Elderberries can offer many health benefits as they are rich in calcium, fiber, potassium, iron and vitamins A, C and B6.
However, many people will be surprised that this fruit belongs to the list of poisonous foods that need to be eaten with caution. In fact, eating unripe elderberry berries, leaves, or bark can lead to poisoning. This is because elderberries contain lectins and cyanide – two chemicals that cause reactions such as nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Therefore, you should only eat fully ripe elderberries to avoid unfortunate poisoning.
4. Nutmeg
Nutmeg is a precious medicine in traditional medicine, originating from the Maluku Islands of Indonesia and now widely grown in countries such as India, Cambodia and Malaysia. In Vietnam, nutmeg is popularly known in the southern provinces, often used a lot in grilled dishes to help increase the attractive flavor of the dish.
However, nutmeg contains many volatile essential oils, with the main components being terpenes, myristic acids and fatty oils. Overdose (about 1 teaspoon of nutmeg) can cause problems with the body's circulatory system. In the case of taking more than 2 teaspoons of nutmeg can cause poisoning, leading to symptoms such as drowsiness, hallucinations, dizziness, convulsions and loss of consciousness.
In addition, nutmeg should not be used for people with diarrhea or dysentery due to hypothermia. Ideally, you should use a sufficient amount of nutmeg in daily remedies and dishes to avoid poisoning.
5. Green potatoes
Normally, the potato skin will be light brown or light yellow, however if exposed to a lot of sunlight, the potato can be damaged and turn green. In fact, the skin of the potato remains the same color, only the inside is changed to green, so you will see a different color of the potato.
Potatoes turn green due to the production of chlorophyll to protect the tubers from UV rays. However, this chlorophyll can induce the production of another toxin called Solanine (glycoalkaloid). When you eat potatoes that contain high levels of solanine, it can lead to symptoms such as confusion, nausea, diarrhea, headaches or even death.
6. Raw kidney beans
Many people wonder what food poisoning? The answer is raw kidney beans! Of all the legumes, raw kidney beans contain the highest concentration of lectins. Lectin is a toxin that, when entering the body, causes serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. You only need to eat about 4-5 raw kidney beans can also experience these side effects. This is also why you should boil kidney beans before eating.
7. Rhubarb leaves
Rhubarb is a herbaceous plant, which occurs mainly in high mountainous regions with cold climates, such as Europe and Northeast Asia. Usually, rhubarb is used mainly for medicine, but there are also some places where this plant is used as a vegetable.
You should only eat the stem and discard the rhubarb leaves to avoid poisoning. This is because rhubarb leaves contain oxalic acid – a naturally occurring compound found in many other plants. However, consuming rhubarb leaves can cause the body to absorb too much oxalic acid, leading to oxalateuria.
When oxalic acid binds to calcium, it makes it harder for the body to absorb this nutrient. In cases where calcium oxalate crystals accumulate in the kidneys, it can lead to kidney stones, even increasing the risk of kidney failure. In addition, consuming large amounts of rhubarb leaves also makes you prone to blood clotting problems, diarrhea, vomiting, and coma. If rhubarb leaf poisoning is severe, the patient will experience more dangerous symptoms such as muscle twitching, loss of sensation, muscle spasms and kidney failure.
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8. Bitter almonds
Almonds are one of the most popular nuts in the world. However, the fact that almonds are one of the foods that cause poisoning is worth noting. In particular, bitter almonds contain the glycoside amygdalin - a chemical compound capable of converting into cyanide when consumed in the body.
Many studies show that eating 6 to 10 bitter almonds can be enough to cause severe poisoning symptoms in an adult. Eating 50 or more bitter almonds can lead to deadly poisoning. It is best to choose to consume sweet almonds, although they also contain amygdalin, which is safer to use as the content of this substance is up to 1000 times lower than that of bitter almonds.
9. Starfruit
Starfruit is a familiar fruit for many people, but it is also a deadly poisonous food if not used properly. Starfruit is especially harmful for people with kidney disease, so if you are having problems with these organs, eliminate star fruit from your diet.
The main reason is because star fruit contains caramboxin - a neurotoxin that can seriously affect people with impaired kidney function or undergoing hemodialysis. When contaminated with caramboxin, the patient's body will begin to show symptoms such as vomiting, hiccups, seizures, convulsions, mental confusion and even death.
On the other hand, star fruit also contains a significant amount of oxalic acid - an anti-nutrient. Therefore, people with kidney stones should avoid consuming star fruit because consuming large amounts of oxalic acid can cause the recurrence of kidney stones.
10. Mushrooms
Mushrooms are a healthy and nutritious food from nature, but choosing the wrong type of mushroom can cause deadly poisoning. In particular, you need to be wary of 2 poisonous mushrooms, including Amanita phalloides and Amanita virosa. Ingesting these wild mushrooms can lead to a number of side effects such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, intense thirst, dehydration, coma, liver failure, and death.
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11. Raw cashews
According to the recommendations of experts, you should only consume cashews that have been roasted at high temperature instead of eating raw cashews to ensure safety for health. Cashews often contain the toxin urushiol in the shell, a chemical commonly found in ivy. When you accidentally consume this toxin, your body will begin to show symptoms ranging from mild to severe, including diarrhea, allergies, itchy skin, and death.
12. Mango
Mango is a common fruit, which contains many healthy nutrients such as vitamin C, fiber and protein. However, improperly eating mangoes can also cause unnecessary health problems, including the risk of poisoning.
Similar to raw cashews, the peel and leaves of mango contain the toxin urushiol. People who are sensitive or prone to allergies when consuming this substance may experience temporary poisoning symptoms, including: Swelling, rash, difficulty breathing, itching around the lips and mouth, dry eyes, burning tongue, stomachache,...
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Reference source: webmd
