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Apple seeds contain amygdalin, a substance that releases cyanide into the blood stream when chewed and digested. However, apple seeds in small amounts do not contain enough cyanide to cause harm. However, it is better to spit out seeds to avoid any potential issues.
Julia Werner
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∙ 14y agoThe seed of an apple is not poisonous but it might give a stomach ache.
Contrary to this, apple seeds do contain small amounts of cyanide, however, this is not enough to be poisonous by a long way.
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∙ 15y agoIf you juice with the seed then no, the poison stays
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Is there enough arsenic in apple seeds to be harmful?
Actually, there is no arsenic in apple seeds. The poison they contain is cyanide. Unless you eat hundreds upon hundreds of apple seeds nothing bad will happen.
Is arsenic in food bad for your health?
Yes, arsenic is a poison. What many people don't know is that apple seeds contain arsenic. That is why you shouldn't eat them.
Do apple seeds contain arsenic?
Apple seeds do NOT contain arsenic, they contain cyanide.
Why are apple seeds poisonious?
Apple seeds contain cyanogenic acids.
Do apple pips contain juice?
No, apple pips (seeds) do not contain usable juice. Apple seeds actually contain natural toxins that can be harmful in large quantities.
Are apple seeds poison to dogs?
Only in large amounts. They contain a small amount of amygdalin. Typically, it's best to avoid feeding dogs seeds. Especially small dogs.
Are apple poisonous or do you have to make them poisonous?
The seeds of the apple are poisonus. The poison is cyanide. This is the same poison Hitler used to go suicide.
Do apple cores contain the same number of seeds?
No
Can you give hamsters apple seeds?
Avoid giving hamsters apple seeds--they contain cyanide. Better to stick with the seeds included in hamster food.
Why can rabbits not eat apples with seeds?
Apple seeds are toxic to rabbits and many animals. Apple seeds contain a cyanide compound -- this is what makes them poisonous.
Are apple seeds bad for hamsters?
yes they are they contain a toxic
Are apple seeds poisonus?
yes, they contain a tiny bit of cyanide
