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Cyanosis from eating lima beans which causes glycosides to release cyanide on contact with stomach acid. is that an allergic reaction?

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No: This is not an allergic reactions. Allergic reactions occur when the immune system overreacts to something that is normally harmless. Cyanide is a poison contained in some foods.

Answered 7/18/2013

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