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What are the benefits or harms from eating bitter apricot kernels. how much to take daily?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Cyanide Poison risk: "Eating more than three small raw apricot kernels, or less than half of one large kernel, in a serving can exceed safe levels. Toddlers consuming even one small apricot kernel risk being over the safe level." I reviewed many sites that indicates they can cause Cyanide poisoning. REF: http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/press/news/160427

Answered 6/15/2020

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Agree with Dr. F: Given your obsession with apricot seeds, you ought to talk to your doctor as you seem intent on harming yourself. Wish you good health!

Answered 6/14/2020

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