Bitter Apricot Kernels

Bitter Apricot Kernels: Organic, Fairtrade, Raw - Light Cellar

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These wild-grown bitter apricot kernels have a very strong bitter taste which indicates high levels of amygdalin, a substance which is converted to cyanide by the body and many cause symptoms of poisoning if consumed. Note: Health Canada does not consider raw and unprocessed bitter apricot kernels to be safe for human consumption. 

Always work with a licensed health care practitioner when using herbal products. Use in energy bars or grind into a powder to sprinkle on curries, soups or cereal. Health Canada suggests adults consume no more than 3 kernels a day and to mix them with other food. children and pregnant women should avoid bitter apricot kernels.  

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