It Should Be Avoided, This Is The Side Effect Of Consumption Of Crude Kemiri

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JAKARTA - Kemiri is a kitchen spice that is used to add to the enjoying of various foods. Besides being popular as a kitchen spice, kemiri is also popular with its health benefits.

However, consumption must be careful, because it can cause various side effects if not consumed properly. Like eating it raw.

If consumption of kemiri which is an addition to cooking or snacking on a broken drink with a normal limit will not be a problem. However, if consumed raw, kemiri can have side effects on the body, as below.

1. Poisoning

Quoted from WebMD, on Friday, July 25, 2025, the military is not safe if consumed in raw conditions, because it contains chemicals similar to cyanide and other toxins. Consuming one raw kemiri seed can trigger severe poisoning.

2. Obstacles to digestion

Kemiri contains a toxic compound called ester phorbol. This compound is known to have a strong evaporation effect.

With that, consumption of raw kemiri can cause digestive disorders. Starting from triggering vomiting to severe diarrhea.

3. Allergic reactions

Kemiri can also trigger allergic reactions in some sensitive people. Biasnaya allergic reactions occur in itching, skin rashes, swelling, to difficulty breathing.