Beware of these nuts, some of them can cause death

Nuts are perhaps the most versatile food, we use them in a range of dishes and even as a crisp topping for desserts and healthy dishes, but there are worrying risks, especially in 3 types of them .

A report warned that some nuts can be considered harmful or even dangerous because they contain elements that can cause major problems for the human body, according to the “Eat this Not That” website.

And nutrition expert Dr Victoria Klass said that there are 3 types of nuts that studies have shown can be harmful, especially when you eat too much of them, and some of them can cause the dead.

Pine nuts and macadamia nuts

She explained that pine nuts and macadamia nuts are classified as harmful and their consumption should be limited.

The expert also considered that these nuts are ranked second and third, respectively, because they are unhealthy nuts for humans.

She noted that as much as pine nuts contain high nutritional value, they cause pine tree syndrome, which leaves a bitter, metallic taste in the mouth for several months.

As for the macadamia nut, its only problem is that it contains a very high percentage of fat and calories.

In addition, the expert advised nut lovers to limit the daily dietary portion of pine nuts and macadamia nuts, pointing out that these two types of nuts are not considered the worst types of nuts due to the presence of a more common and harmful type.

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the most harmful

The expert noted that the most common and harmful nuts are peanuts, due to the problem of exposure to “aflatoxin, a type of fungus associated with liver cancer”.

Aflatoxin is a toxic byproduct of a type of mold belonging to certain species of Aspergillus.

For its part, the National Peanut Council of America reported that “the peanuts most vulnerable to exposure to these toxins may be produced in parts of Africa and Asia, not in the United States.”

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The expert said that besides the potential threat that peanuts can cause to liver health, it can also cause discomfort though it is not fatal for some if consumed.

So while peanuts are packed with protein and compared to other snacks they are a relatively healthy option, there are a few things to keep in mind when browsing nuts.