Are all elderberries safe to eat?
                                
                                
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                                While over 30 species of elderberries exist worldwide, it's a critical fact that not all are safe to eat. Uncooked berries contain cyanogenic glycosides, and eating them raw can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.