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Throughout human history, humans have consumed a variety of plants and animals as food. Even today, research on food and its effects has not stopped.
Many a times a food that is loved by one community is considered disgusting in another. That is, the same food that is consumed with great relish in one society may be considered wrong/absurd in other societies. They were attributed only to culture and tradition. Nothing scientifically says that they will die from it.
But science tells us that if you eat the 5 foods mentioned below, you will get seriously ill and die. We are going to look at that list now.
Balloon fish
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This fish is said to be a poison worse than cyanide. This fish contains a highly contagious toxin called tetrodotoxin.
However, in Japan, food is cooked with this fish. It is also a popular food item.
Served with soup, this fish is cooked only by people with years of training.
Even serving it to the customers is done only by highly qualified and well experienced chefs.
Since the brain, skin, eyes, uterus and intestines of this fish are full of poison, they are properly removed by experts and then cooked.
Cash Mars Cheese
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Cheese is nothing new to us. But, this cheese is creamy.
What do you mean by that? You wouldn’t ask after knowing that what is used to turn that cheese into cream is the larvae of insects.
The worms are responsible not only for the creaminess of this cheese, but also for the flavor. But it cannot be easily eaten just because it is delicious.
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The time is right to catch the worm while eating. If the worms in the cheese die, it means that the cheese is spoiled.
It is considered to be the worst food in the world if allowed. Those who consume it may experience severe vomiting, inflammation and stomach upset.
Rhubarb stalks
Rhubarb stalks are one of the most dangerous ingredients used in British cuisine. Although it looks like a spinach stalk, it can turn poisonous in many cases when eaten.
But just how toxic it is is still a matter of debate.
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The oxalic acid present in this ingredient, known as lotus stem in India and Sri Lanka, can cause kidney stones.
Red soy beans
Beans are generally said to be a healthy vegetable. But there are types of beans that are harmful to the body. Both red beans and soya beans are like that.
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These types of beans contain protein, fiber and nutrients but also contain fat which is not easily digestible.
Abdominal disorder and vomiting may occur due to this. These beans should be soaked in water for 12 hours before cooking. It should then be boiled and used.
nutmeg
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Native to Indonesia, nutmeg also has medicinal properties.
Nutmeg is used in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian cooking and even in the preparation of some beverages.
However, if it exceeds a certain level, vomiting can cause unconsciousness, pain, suffocation and even psychological damage.
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