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What Is the World’s Deadliest Food?
The food in question is fugu, the Japanese pufferfish. Known for its unique texture and subtle flavor, fugu is considered a culinary treasure in Japan and some parts of East Asia.
But beneath its delicate flesh lies a deadly secret: tetrodotoxin, a potent neurotoxin found in certain organs of the fish. Even a tiny amount of this toxin can cause paralysis, respiratory failure, and death.
Why Is Fugu So Dangerous?
- Tetrodotoxin is extremely potent — about 1,200 times more toxic than cyanide.
- There is no known antidote for tetrodotoxin poisoning.
- Symptoms appear quickly — numbness, paralysis, and in severe cases, death within hours.
- Improper preparation or accidental contamination during cleaning can leave lethal traces in the edible parts.
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