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What happens if you eat toxic potatoes?

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Both solanine and chaconine cause toxicity through cell disruption leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Some people may also experience headache, flushing, confusion, and fever. There have been a few cases of death from eating toxic potatoes.


How long do effects of solanine poisoning last?

Symptoms may last for 1 to 3 days, and hospitalization may be necessary. Death has been reported, but is rare. DO NOT touch or eat any plant with which you are not familiar. Wash your hands after working in the garden or walking in the woods.

What happens if you get solanine poisoning?

Symptoms of solanine poisoning include: Diarrhea. Fever or lower than normal body temperature (hypothermia) Headache.

Can potatoes give you food poisoning?

Because that still-wrapped potato can actually be deadly if left out too long, according to federal and state food-safety experts. The culprit here is botulism, a severe type of food poisoning. It's caused by a toxin produced by a bacterium known as Clostridium botulinum.

How do I know if my potatoes are toxic?

Some signs that uncooked potatoes have spoiled include dark spots on the skin, a soft or mushy texture, and foul odor. Cooked potatoes may have mold but can also spoil without any noticeable signs.

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