Some foods, if not prepared and consumed correctly, can cause paralysis, poisoning, or even stomach rupture.
Japanese pufferfish contains tetrodotoxin, causing nerve paralysis.
Fugu: This is a dish made from pufferfish that contains tetrodotoxin, a neurotoxin. If not processed correctly, the remaining toxins can cause paralysis.
Pangium edule: The fruit and seeds of this plant contain hydroxynitrile (hydrogen cyanide), a highly toxic acid. The seeds must be boiled and buried underground for 40 days before they can be consumed.
Manioc: Manioc is one of the most widely consumed staples in the world, currently serving as a primary food source for over 800 million people. However, according to the National Library of Medicine of the United States, its leaves and roots can contain cyanide, leading to acute poisoning or even death. The best way to prevent this is to cook manioc properly before storing or eating it.
Raw Kidney Beans: Kidney beans can be delicious and nutritious in many dishes, but you should never eat them raw. Raw kidney beans contain a toxin known as phytohaemagglutinin. Just a handful of these beans can cause symptoms like nausea and headaches. However, the toxin significantly decreases when the beans are cooked.
Sannakji or Live Octopus: Sannakji is a dish of live octopus enjoyed while the tentacles are still wriggling. The danger here is that although the chef kills the octopus before serving, the nerve activity allows the tentacles to continue moving, meaning their suckers can attach to your throat when you swallow. According to Food & Wine, an average of six people die each year from choking on this dish.
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Bagels: This may seem like the most harmless food on the list. Bagels are certainly not toxic, but this starchy breakfast food is responsible for one of the most common knife-related injuries in the kitchen due to their hardness and difficulty to cut. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2011, approximately 2,000 Americans were treated in emergency rooms for bagel-related injuries.
