The seeds of this fruit should never be eaten. Here’s what happens to your body if you ingest them. Be careful what you swallow.

Look at these seeds in the photo: have you understood which fruit they belong to? We tell you that it is one of the most appreciated and consumed by Italians. However, its seeds are harmful to our body. This is why you should never eat them.

SEEDS AND NUTRITION: WHICH TO TAKE AND WHICH TO AVOID

Seeds are now part of our diet . Defined as “superfoods” , they fall into this category of nutrients including we should never do without.

Most of them are rich in proteins, vitamins, healthy fats and other beneficial substances that help the body feel good . However, there are others that should not be ingested because they are dangerous for our health.

Some scientific studies have shown that these plant-based foods actually provide many benefits even though they cannot and should not be considered as a food substitute but should instead be considered as an important nutritional supplement.

Among the seeds that we can introduce into our diet, there are, for example, pumpkin seeds . An unsaleable natural supplement, they are one of the most important sources of protein in the plant kingdom , particularly recommended for those following a vegan or vegetarian diet.

Have you ever tried poppy seeds? Excellent in milk, yogurt or for making diet desserts, they are rich in calcium , an essential mineral to protect bones, muscles, heart and teeth.

Chia seeds also have incredible properties. Rich in fiber, they are a source of vegetable proteins , perfect for regulating the intestine. Coriander seeds cannot be missing from our list which, according to some surveys, seem capable of protecting and to strengthen the immune system.

These are some of the seeds that we can include in our diet and which are good for the body. However, there are others that should not be ingested . We are referring in particular to those of this fruit appreciated by Italians.

The Seeds Of This Fruit Should Never Be Eaten: Here’s Why

Look carefully at the photo above. Do you recognize these seeds ? Do you know which fruit they belong to? Have you ever eaten them? If the answer to these 3 questions is yes, we tell you that you have put the health of your body at risk.

If you have no idea what these seeds are, we will tell you: they are apple seeds ! How many times have you eaten this delicious and tasty fruit and accidentally ingested the seeds? Probably a lot. Read on to find out why you shouldn’t do it anymore.

How is it possible that  apples , which have always been considered the fruit of health  , are full of dangerous seeds? Here is the answer. The seeds in question are rich in a substance, amygdalin , which is a precursor of cyanideingesting too much of these seeds could pose a health risk. which, as you know, is toxic, if not downright deadly. This is why 

But what are the dangerous quantities ? According to some scientific studies, you need to ingest 170 grams of seeds to start feeling certain side effects  such as abdominal pain, nausea and persistent headaches . Even if it is quite difficult to collect all these seeds, it is nevertheless not recommended to consume them even in small quantities.

For for poisoning to occur, you must chew and ingest 4300 seeds , a significant quantity which represents a distant possibility but which is therefore not impossible.

It is not only apples that contain amygdalin, but there are also other fruits loved by everyone that contain this toxic substance, like apricots and peaches. Also be careful pear seeds ! Even the latter, if ingested, in contact with gastric enzymes, are capable of producing cyanide.

You have therefore understood that it is necessary to differentiate between the different seeds present on the market and those which are found naturally in fruit. Always be careful about what you bring to the table and especially what you ingest. If certain seeds are truly a superfood , others represent a danger that should not be underestimated for our health.

Do not a priori exclude seeds from your nutritional plan  . It is enough to learn to distinguish those that are edible and healthy from those that cause poisoning and intoxication .