Are bitter almonds poisonous?
by 
Erin Albrecht
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They are in sufficient quantities, or if the oils are extracted and used. They contain amygdalin, which in the body can form hydrocyanic acid, which is very toxic. More information can be found at http://www.botanical-online.com/alcaloidesametllerangles.htm.
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