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Peach pits and other seeds from the plant family Prunus contain a potentially dangerous chemical called amygdalin that can creates poisonous cyanide when digested. While swallowing a single pit is unlikely to cause cyanide poisoning, consumption of several unprocessed pits can produce symptoms.
The flowering stems of many wild grasses have a unique foxtail-like shape that allows them to be easily inhaled by humans or animals. The inhalation—also known as aspiration—of wild grass can cause coughing, respiratory irritation, and lung disease, such as pneumonia, which can be very difficult to diagnose and treat.
The leaves of the holly (Ilex spp) are dark green and stiff with sharp spines. The root is large and grows straight down. The leaf spine can lacerate the mouth, throat, and skin. Holly contains poisonous substances that cause abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea and sometimes dehydration when ingested. Mild symptoms require no specific treatment other than remaining hydrated.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a naturally occurring compound found in several food sources. In the US, it is also sold as a dietary supplement claiming to improve symptoms of osteoarthritis stiffness, swelling, and pain. If you are considering using MSM, always speak with your physician first and purchase products through trusted and reliable sources.
Newer drugs of abuse are sending thousands of people to emergency rooms. They're called "fake pot", "fake weed", and "fake cocaine", but their effects are real and dangerous. Users cannot know exactly what they are getting when they buy and use these drugs. Some users of these drugs are ill for days and some have died.
Christmas tree preservatives aren't necessary. Commercial preservatives may cause stomach upset and vomiting in children and pets who swallow them. Home-made preservatives may contain ingredients that are harmful to children and pets.
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Acetaminophen is a very safe drug to take according to label instructions. In overdose, too much acetaminophen can damage the liver. In fact, acetaminophen overdose is an important cause of liver failure and liver transplants in the US.
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Vaporizers can add moisture and medication to the air. This can help people who have colds, flu, or allergies. However, medicated vaporizer liquids are poisonous to swallow.
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