Apple seeds contain cyanide, so consuming them in large quantities is unsafe. Fortunately, their protective coating prevents cyanide absorption if accidentally ingested, but caution is advised.
Consuming unripe berries, bark, or leaves may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due to harmful chemicals like lectin and cyanide.
It can enhance the flavor of baked goods in small amounts, but consuming as little as 2 teaspoons can be toxic due to myristicin, leading to hallucinations, dizziness, confusion, and seizures.
Eating these potatoes can result in nausea, diarrhea, confusion, headaches, and potentially death, caused by the toxin glycoalkaloids.
Raw red kidney beans have the highest concentration of lectins, a toxin that can cause severe stomachache, vomiting, or diarrhea.
While sweet almonds are safe to eat, untreated bitter almonds can cause cramps, nausea, and diarrhea.
People with kidney disease should avoid star fruit, as their kidneys cannot filter out its toxins. In such cases, consuming star fruit can lead to mental confusion, seizures, and even death.
Certain wild mushrooms, like the death cap and destroying angel, are highly toxic. Consuming these can lead to severe symptoms including abdominal pain, liver failure, coma, and death.