One of the Following Is a Feature of Naturally Occurring

question 106

Multiple Choice

One of the following is a feature of naturally occurring food toxicants, which one is it?

• A) Lima beans contain deadly cyanide compounds.
• B) The toxic solanine in potatoes is inactivated by cooking.
• C) The toxic laetrile in certain fruit seeds is a moderately effective cancer treatment.
• D) Mustard greens and radishes contain compounds that are known to worsen a cholesterol problem.

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