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Solanine in Potatoes May Increase Glycoalkaloid Poisoning

Glycoalkaloids such as tÎ±-solanine and Î±-chaconine are found higher in green, germinated, damaged potatoes and potato peel. Ingestion of glycoalkaloids may increase the risk of glycoalkaloid poisoning.

Solanine in Potatoes May Increase Glycoalkaloid Poisoning

Solanine in Potatoes May Increase Glycoalkaloid Poisoning

Glycoalkaloids are found higher in green, germinated, damaged potatoes and potato peel. Ingestion of glycoalkaloids may cause symptoms such as nausea, stomach-ache, vomiting, and diarrhea and increase the risk of glycoalkaloid poisoning.

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