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Fugu is most commonly known as a type of pufferfish, which is considered a delicacy in Japanese cuisine. However, it is also infamous for containing a poisonous toxin that can be deadly if not prepared properly by a skilled chef.

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What is known as fugu to the Japanese?

"Fugu" is the Japanese word for "blowfish". PCH: Pufferfish


What is fugu poisoning?

when a person eats the flesh of a fugu, also known as a puffer fish, which contains lethal toxins.


What health risks does the fugu pose?

The fugu and related species may contain a tetrodotoxin, an extremely potent neurotoxin and one of the most toxic substances known, which produces critical illness and often death.


Is fugu poisonous?

Yes, fugu is poisonous, but if prepared properly then it is safe to eat.


How much is fugu?

The price of fugu, or pufferfish, can vary widely depending on the region and the restaurant. In Japan, where it is most commonly served, a meal can range from $60 to over $300 per person, depending on the preparation and the chef's expertise. High-end restaurants may charge even more for premium cuts. Additionally, the cost can fluctuate based on the season and availability.


What do fugu eat?

The fugu fish is an extremely poisonous fish found in the waters off Japan. Fugu fish, also called puffer fish, eat other fish, small crustaceans, and plankton.


Why are Japanese chefs careful when preparing the globefish called fugu?

fugu has ttx in it, so chefs cant cut themselves


What is N2 most commonly known as?

Nitrogen


What are facts about the porcupine puffer fish?

The Porcupine Pufferfish is well-known for having deadly toxic glands in its body, despite the fact that it is a Japanese delicacy (known as FUGU).


Are blowfish poisonous to eat?

Fugu (Blowfish or Pufferfish) contains lethal amounts of the poison tetrodotoxin in the organs, especially the liver area and ovaries, and also the skin. The poison, a sodium channel blocker, paralyzes the muscles while the victim stays fully conscious, and eventually dies from asphyxiation. Currently, there is no known antidote, and the standard medical approach is to try to support the respiratory and circulatory system until the poison wears off. As of 2008, advances in fugu research and farming have allowed some farmers to mass produce non-toxic fugu. Researchers surmised that fugu's tetrodotoxin came from eating other animals that had the tetrodotoxin-laden bacteria, and developed immunity over time. Many farmers now are producing 'poison-free' fugu by keeping the fugu away from tetrodotoxin-laden bacteria. Usuki, a town in Ōita Prefecture, became famous for selling non-poisonous fugu. No one has been poisoned eating it yet. -From the Wikipedia entry for Fugu.


What are the most common symptoms of fugu poisioning?

tingling and burning of the mouth and tongue, numbness, drowsiness, and incoherent speech.


What is the Most dangerous snack?

Japanese sushi Fugu can kill any person who eats it unless prepared by a professional.