A Comprehensive Guide to the Potential Risks of Eating Octopus
                                
                                
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                                Between 2007 and 2012, at least three people died from asphyxiation after eating live octopus in South Korea, a striking example of the most immediate and acute potential risks of eating octopus. While these incidents are rare, a range of other hazards can arise from improper handling, consumption, or preparation.