Sprouted potatoes contain higher levels of glycoalkaloids, which can be toxic to humans when eaten in excess. Health problems linked to eating sprouted potatoes range from stomach upset to heart and nervous system problems, and, in severe cases, even death. They may also increase the risk of birth defects. 13 мар. 2020 г.
Is it OK to eat a potato that has sprouted?
The short answer is yes. Potatoes that have sprouted are still OK to eat, but only once you've removed the sprouts.
Can sprouted potatoes make you sick?
Large sprouts, growths, and roots will not only be unpleasant to eat, but, in the worst cases, can also make you really sick. Symptoms of poisoning from solanine (the specific type of those harmful compounds found in spoiled potatoes) include everything from a fever and headache to a severely upset stomach.