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Just as I've started to sprinkle flaxseed, from a health food shop, on cereal and porridge...
"Scientists have warned that too much ground flaxseed, a popular “superfood”, could expose people to toxic levels of cyanide. Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is rich in fibre and omega-3 fatty acids. In recent years it has been embraced as a superfood that can be added to porridge or blended into smoothies. However, it also contains amygdalin, a naturally occurring chemical compound that can produce cyanide as it degrades".
Should people be concerned about the reported cyanide risk and other possible side effects?
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