Moreover, when unripe, they contain amygdalin, which is also present in bitter almonds, and are toxic. |
Taken orally or as an injection, laetrile is a purified form of amygdalin, a chemical found in lima beans, raw nuts and the pits of many fruits. |
Solution of amygdalin mixed with emulsion of sweet almonds developed no smell of bitter almonds if some salicylic acid were added. |
This herb contains amygdalin which hydrolizes into benzaldehyde and hydrocyanic acid. |
Emulsine has the property of being able to hydrolyse the glucoside amygdalin to glucose, benzaldehyde, and hydrocyanic acid. |
The crude oil contains considerable amygdalin and is poisonous, but this is removed during refining. |