Did not know this is a deadlly fruit?

Subject: FW: Nguoi bi binh than (kidney problems) an khe co the chet

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Did not know this is a deadlly fruit?

The Star Fruit Can Kill                      In Shenzen, more than 10 people who consumed the star fruit had died.  And now a 66-year-old, Malaysian who has been suffering from kidney ailment fell into coma after eating the star fruits.  Yes, all it takes is one fruit or 100ml of its juice and the ordinarily harmless star fruit transforms poison in a matter of hours for kidney patients.  So does this mean, people without kidney problems should be fine with star fruit!  My take: Not at all! Prevention is better, right?      Universiti Malaya Medical Centre consultant nephrologist said that star fruits contain a neurotoxin which is not present in other fruits.  It affects the brain and nerves.  In healthy persons, the kidneys filter it out.  But for those with kidney problems, this potent toxin cannot be removed and will worsen the consumers' conditions.    The symptoms of start fruit poisoning include: ~ Hiccups ~ Numbness and weakness ~ Feeling confused ~ Agitation ~ Epileptic fist    The risk of death is high if you are having kidney ailments!  But healthy individuals should beware of this fruit's potential toxin too.  It could also cripple your vitality if you are not lucky.  So don't take it for granted.  It's better to avoid them.  Please pass this news to others.