But as with all foods, there are things that we must know so that this does not represent any risk to our health, despite being extremely healthy and the apple is no exception, as it also has some secrets that we should all know.
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The apple is a fruit with high levels of antioxidants and vitamins, in addition to containing a lot of fiber.
What danger can apples hide?
An article published by states that eating whole apples, that is, with everything and stone, can be dangerous for your health.
The reason for this statement is because in the apple pitspecifically in their seedsthere is a toxic substance known as amygdalin which is converted into cyanide, which is also common to find in the pits of other fruits, such as cherries, peaches, almonds and plums.
Within the publication it is clarified that consumption of this substance in small quantities can cause some symptoms of intoxication such as nausea and headaches, as well as larger consumption can cause severe cyanosis and seizures, even leading to death.
One history of tonsil poisoning was recorded in New Zealand, however this was due to excessive consumption of apricot kernels.
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How many seeds can be dangerous?
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In seeds, there is a toxic substance known as amygdalin that is converted into cyanide.
Although the exact amount of apple seeds which can be dangerous, Dr. Miguel Lurueña states that it would take approximately 170 for an adult to notice the first symptoms, just as between 4,300 or 5,700 are needed for them to cause death.
Although on the other hand, there are health institutions that ensure that Cyanide, even in small doses, can cause damage to the functioning of different organssuch as the heart and the brain, which in the long run can be irreversible for the functioning of the body and can cause death.
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What are the recommendations?
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The cyanide in its seeds, even in small doses, can cause damage to the functioning of different organs.
Despite minimal consumption of apple seeds does not represent a great riskit is best to discard them and eat only the pulp of the fruit, and it is likely that the taste of these seeds will not be to people’s liking.
Likewise, we will always recommend not consuming apples in excess, not because any substance such as cyanide is found, but because excessive intake of any food can be counterproductive to health, even apples. Apple consumed in large quantities can provide many caloriessy can contribute to increased blood sugar, increasing the risk of obesity and diabetes, among many other health problems.
The best way to take care of our diet is to have the company of our family doctor and a nutritionist to help us plan an appropriate eating regimen for our case.