CFIA warns consumers about certain apricot kernel products that may cause cyanide poisoning

Earlier this month the Canadian agency announced a recall of other apricot pits.

Products included in warning:

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Cyanide poisoning

A 2016 European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) opinion found eating more than three small raw apricot kernels, or less than half of one large kernel, in a serving can exceed safe levels. Some sellers promote them as a cancer-fighting food and promote intake of 10 and 60 kernels per day for the general population and cancer patients, respectively.

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