Apricot kernels are, like most nuts and seeds, very nutritious.^{[citation needed]} Among the compounds they contain is amygdalin, which is sometimes called "vitamin B17", but is not regarded by the scientific community as a vitamin since it does not meet the widely accepted scientific definition of a vitamin – it has not been proven to be essential to achieving or maintaining good health.^[1] Amygdalin was once thought to help prevent cancer by attacking cancer cells, but clinical studies related to laetrile, as discussed in the amygdalin article, were unsuccessful. A review of the clinical evidence was published in 2006 with the conclusion "Therefore, the claim that laetrile has beneficial effects for cancer patients is not supported by sound clinical data."^[2] Binomial name Prunus armeniaca L. For other uses, see Apricot (disambiguation). ... For other uses, see Nut (disambiguation). ... A ripe red jalapeño cut open to show the seeds For other uses, see Seed (disambiguation). ... Chemical structure of Amygdalin Amygdalin (from Greek: , almond), C20H27NO11, is a glycoside isolated from bitter almonds by H. E. Robiquet and A. F. Boutron-Charlard in 1830, and subsequently investigated by Liebig and Wöhler, and others. ... Retinol (Vitamin A) For the record label, see Vitamin Records A vitamin is an organic compound required in tiny amounts for essential metabolic reactions in a living organism. ... Cancer is a class of diseases or disorders characterized by uncontrolled division of cells and the ability of these to spread, either by direct growth into adjacent tissue through invasion, or by implantation into distant sites by metastasis (where cancer cells are transported through the bloodstream or lymphatic system). ... Amygdalin (from the Greek amugdale, almond), C20H27NO11, is a glucoside isolated from bitter almonds by H. E. Robiquet and A. F. Boutron-Charlard in 1830, and subsequently investigated by Liebig and Wöhler, and others. ... Chemical structure of Amygdalin Amygdalin (from Greek: , almond), C20H27NO11, is a glycoside isolated from bitter almonds by H. E. Robiquet and A. F. Boutron-Charlard in 1830, and subsequently investigated by Liebig and Wöhler, and others. ...

Apricot kernels are strong-tasting and bitter, and are known in culinary contexts as bitter almonds or apricot almonds. They feature in recipes for apricot jam, marzipan and Italian amaretto cookies and liqueur.^{[citation needed]} Bitter can refer to: Look up bitter in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... Jam from berries Jam (also known as jelly or preserves) is a type of sweet spread or condiment made with fruits or sometimes vegetables, sugar, and sometimes pectin if the fruits natural pectin content is insufficient to produce a thick product. ... Fruit shapes molded from marzipan Marzipan is a confection consisting primarily of sugar and ground almonds that derives its characteristic flavor from bitter almonds, which constitute 4% to 6% of total almond content by weight. ... The Amaretto Disaronno square bottle The term amaretto refers to a sweet liqueur made from a basic infusion of the stones of drupe fruits, such as peaches, as well as a related almond biscotto. ...

Among materia medica, apricot kernels feature less in European traditions than in the Far East, where they are used to produce medications for respiratory problems.^{[citation needed]}

Taken in excess, they may produce nausea, fever, rash, hive nose, headaches, insomnia, increased thirst, weakness, lethargy, nervousness, various aches and pains in joints and muscles, a drop in blood pressure. A clinical trial of Laetrile (amygdalin) carried out in 1982 by the Mayo Clinic and three other U.S. cancer centers under National Cancer Institute sponsorship, found among other things that several patients suffered from cyanide poisoning.^[3] This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ... A rash is a change in skin which affects its color, appearance or texture. ... A headache is a condition of mild to severe pain in the head; sometimes upper back or neck pain may also be interpreted as a headache. ... This article is about the sleeping disorder. ... This article does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Fatigue is a feeling of excessive tiredness or lethargy, with a desire to rest, perhaps to sleep. ... Anxiety is a complex combination of the feeling of fear, apprehension and worry often accompanied by physical sensations such as palpitations, chest pain and/or shortness of breath. ... A sphygmomanometer, a device used for measuring arterial pressure. ... In health care, including medicine, a clinical trial (synonyms: clinical studies, research protocols, medical research) is a process in which a medicine or other medical treatment is tested for its safety and effectiveness, often in comparison to existing treatments. ... Main campus in downtown Rochester, Minnesota. ... The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is part of the United States Federal governments National Institutes of Health. ... The cyanide ion, CN−. From the top: 1. ...

In 1993, The State Department of Agriculture and Markets of New York tested the cyanide content of two 8oz. packages of the bitter kernel which were being sold in health food stores as a health snack. The results returned showed that each package, if consumed entirely, contained at least double the lethal dosage of cyanide needed to kill a human being. [1]

Apricot seeds (kernels are inside)

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Nutritional content

Oil from apricot kernels contains, per 100 grams: BIC pen cap, about 1 gram. ...

• Calories: 883
  • Calories from Fat: 100%
• Total fat: 100 g
  • Saturated fat: 6.3 g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 60 g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 29.3 g
  • Total fat: 100 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Vitamins
  • Vitamin A: 0
  • Vitamin C: 0
  • Vitamin E: 4 mg (13% DV)
  • Vitamin K: 0
  • Vitamin B6: 0
  • Vitamin B12: 0
• Minerals (Calcium, Iron, etc): 0

Iron 0% Calcium 0%

References

1. ^ Laetrile. American Cancer Society (2005-01-06). Retrieved on 2007-02-07.
2. ^ Milazzo, Stefania; Stephane Lejeune, Edzard Ernst (2006-11-15). "Laetrile for cancer: a systematic review of the clinical evidence". Supportive Care in Cancer. DOI:10.1007/s00520-006-0168-9. 
3. ^ Moertel, C.G., (1982). "A clinical trial of amygdalin (laetrile) in the treatment of human cancer.". N. Engl. J. Med. (306): 201-206. 

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External links

• Acute cyanide toxicity caused by apricot kernel ingestion.

Laetrile and Information on Vitamin B17