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Are lemon seed poisonous?What happens if you 
swallow a lemon seed? Lemon seeds are not  

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poisonous if ingested. However, they can have a 
bitter taste due to the presence of a substance  

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called limonin, which is found in the seeds and 
rinds of citrus fruits. While they're not harmful,  

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they aren't typically eaten because of their 
bitter taste and hard texture. That being said,  

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it's not recommended to consume large amounts of 
lemon seeds, or any fruit seeds for that matter,  

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due to their potential to cause digestive 
issues if eaten in large quantities. But  

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swallowing a lemon seed by accident should not 
cause any harm. If you're juicing a lemon or  

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preparing a dish that requires a lemon, 
you can remove the seeds before using it  

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to avoid the bitter taste or any potential 
choking hazard, especially for children.