The development of solanine in green potatoes may upset your digestion and cause discomfort or worse. Solanine that is consumed in high quantities can lead to paralysis. Potatoes don't usually have high enough levels of solanine to cause this kind of extreme reaction. 22 июн. 2021 г.
Can you get sick from eating a green potato?
Solanine is considered a neurotoxin, and ingestion by humans can cause nausea and headaches and can lead to serious neurological problems and even death if enough is consumed. A recent study suggested that a 16-oz (450-gram) fully green potato is enough to make a small adult ill.
Is it OK to eat green potatoes?
Can you make green potatoes safe to eat? A person should never eat a potato that is extensively green. Cooking a green potato does not render it safe. If the green portion of the potato is only on the top of the skin or in a small area, a person can usually cut out that portion and safely eat the remainder.
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