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speak easy

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Reply to eppur_se_muova (Reply #4)

Thu Nov 7, 2024, 11:44 AM

Nov 7

Pistachios are considered to be the ones with the highest risk of contamination by aflatoxins, largely due to shell splitting at end of maturation. This shell protects the pistachio kernel and, as a consequence of splitting, pistachios are susceptible to molds and insect invasions.

Like Tuna, it is sensible to be careful about overall intake.

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Could eating a handful of pistachios daily help improve eye health? [View all] eppur_se_muova Nov 7 OP

I am all about food for health BUT AKwannabe Nov 7 #1

Cool... littlemissmartypants Nov 7 #2

Aflatoxins are bas news, speak easy Nov 7 #3

Found in peanuts and rice as well. Solution: avoid all signs of contamination or staleness. eppur_se_muova Nov 7 #4

(Google) speak easy Nov 7 #5