Sharp Publishing

Food Toxicity

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58 pages; color photos, PDF format; 1.9 MB

$ 4.95 USD

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We know that most parts of plants are edible and safe to eat. We eat these plants as fruits and vegetables.

But what dangers are hidden in the food we eat?

This exhaustive guide goes in depth to answer questions such as these, and many more:

  • Which parts of mango fruits are irritants and can cause allergic dermatitis?
  • Why is the coontie (zamia) plant so dangerous to dogs that one seed can be fatal?
  • What types of seeds and pits contain amounts of cyanide? (hint: they are more common than you might think)

In 58 pages of detailed, researched content, we cover all you need to know about safety regarding your fruits and vegetables.


Are you aware of what plants parts can harm your pets or small children?

The following are a tiny glimpse of the many topics in this guide:

  • The leafy parts of tomatoes are poisonous
  • Potato "eyes" and leafs contain solanine, which can be harmful in large enough doses.
  • Avocado is toxic to canaries