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Apricot Kernels

Other Names: Amygdalin, Amygdaloside, Amygdalus armeniaca, Apricot Almonds, Apricot Kernel Oil, Apricot Seed, Armeniaca vulgaris, Bitter Almonds, Bitter Apricot Kernel, Chinese Almond, Hueso de Albaricoque, Hueso de Albaricoque de Damasco, Laetrile, Madelonitrile, Noyau d'Abricot, Prunus armeniaca, Prunus Kernel, Vitamin B17, Xing Ren, Ku Xing Ren.

Special Precautions of Apricot Kernel

• See : Amygdalin (Laetrile)
• Because apricot seed is mildly toxic, large doses should be avoided; overdosing can lead to dizziness, vomiting and diarrhea. The American Herbal Products Association has given xing ren a class 3 rating, meaning that any products containing apricot seed should have the following labeling: To be used only under the supervision of an expert qualified in the appropriate use of this substance. Apricot seed also is not recommended for use by children. As always, make sure to consult with a licensed health care provider before taking apricot seed or any other dietary supplement or herbal remedy.

The benefits of Apricot Kernel are

• See : Amygdalin (Laetrile)
• Chinese medicine :
  • Stops cough and calms wheezing due to hot or cold patterns - especially for dry cough.
  • Moistens the intestines, unblocks the bowels.