And then that little voice in my head heard my friend say don't eat potatoes if they're turning green." Doctors agreed with ...

Vomiting, stomachaches, diarrhea, and, in extreme cases, even hallucinations or coma—these are the consequences of solanine poisoning, a dangerous chemical compound found primarily in potatoes.

Family Solanum (nightshade) is generally associated with toxins, and for good reasons ... some of everyone’s favorite staple vegetables: potatoes, tomatoes and eggplant, with especially potatoes ...

By identifying a key genetic mechanism in SGA production, researchers may be able reduce potatoes’ toxicity while preserving the plants' natural defenses ... A cellulose synthase-like protein governs ...

Commercial cashews are roasted to remove this toxin, making them safe to eat. Raw potatoes, especially the green parts and sprouts, contain solanine, a poisonous substance that can cause nausea ...

Raw potatoes (as well as raw beans, soybeans and peanuts) contain lectins, which are sometimes referred to as “anti-nutrients ...

When exposed to light, potatoes may sprout and start to turn green. That process can cause the plant to produce a toxin called solanine that protects it from bugs and fungi. Good for plants but ...

The main reason to cook potatoes is to make them more digestible. Raw potatoes (as well as raw beans, soybeans and peanuts) contain lectins, which are sometimes referred to as “anti-nutrients.” In ...