3 fatal, toxic & dangerous sprouts for human body

- Number one is sprouted onion.

Now, remember when the onion starts sprouting, it wants to become a plant.  As a defense mechanism, it creates a chemical called alkaloid especially n-propyl desulfide to cripple the predators and harm the herbivore that is trying to consume it.

Now, this can damage your RBC red blood cells, leading to hemolytic anemia.

In advanced stages, the symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, discomfort in the gastrointestinal area, severe vomiting sensation, and other serious complications.

- Number two is sprouted garlic; never consume this.

This contains a high concentration of sulfur compounds, which can be dangerous for the human body.

It can damage your red blood cells, causing oxidative damage to them, and can also cause symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, gastrointestinal discomfort, and food poisoning.

- Number three is sprouted potatoes.

Do not be tempted to remove the sprouts and consume the rest of the potato because it's still dangerous, as it releases a chemical called glycoalkaloids, especially solanine and chaconine.

This causes severe food poisoning symptoms like vomiting, nausea, discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract, diarrhea, and in advanced stages, it can even lead to neurological damage like hallucinations, headaches, and such.


Remember to always store your onion, garlic, and potatoes outside the refrigerator.

The refrigerator provides a cool environment, but it also has a lot of humidity and moisture from other fresh fruits and vegetables, which can lead to easy sprouting of these three vegetables.

Always store onion, garlic, and potatoes in a mesh basket outside in a dry, cool area where there's no moisture to prevent sprouting.

You can also hang the garlic and onions in a bag, a mesh basket, or a mesh bag in the front of your kitchen away from the tap.

Here's to healthy living and a healthy you.