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Fruit Seeds Toxicity

The toxicity of fruit seeds, particularly those from apples, pears, and stone fruits, and the risks associated with ingesting them.

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Feb 3, 2026

Which fruits have seeds that can germinate or pose medical concerns if swallowed?

A small number of common fruit seeds contain — notably seeds and pits from apples, pears and stone fruits (cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, nectarines) — that can release small amounts of cyanide i...

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