Tag: Apple cores

An Austrian study in 2019 suggested that not eating the whole apple, including the core and stem, could mean missing out on beneficial probiotics. However, a persistent myth about the danger of cyanide in apple seeds has caused many to wonder, "is it unhealthy to eat apple cores?".

While the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” holds true for the fruit's flesh and skin, the seeds nestled inside have a notorious reputation for containing a toxin. Understanding **what happens if you eat too many apple cores** requires a closer look at the different parts of the core, separating fact from alarming but unlikely scenarios.