“Lethal dose”: what foods and drinks are best not to overdo it with (15 photos)

Okay, stop, everyone stand. Important warning to all literals! Yes, it’s unlikely that anyone in their right mind can eat a thousand oranges in one person. You could literally die from fatigue while eating it all in one sitting. Yes, and you can burst. But science has a clear answer to any, even the most childish question. For example, how many bars of chocolate do you need to eat to give oak? Answer: 85 pieces. What will happen to a person if you eat 84 - science is silent. However, who are we to argue with scientists? One way or another, the data is still interesting. Let's see what the human body and the inexorable passion for gluttony are capable of. Spoiler: there are no seeds on the list, you can relax and click on. God bless...

Bananas





Lethal dose: 400-450 pieces

Bananas contain potassium, which is essential for our body to function properly. The maximum dose per day is no more than 6 bananas. However, even if you eat more, it will not affect your overall well-being. It would take over 400 bananas to cause elevated potassium levels and cardiac arrest.

Oranges



Lethal dose: from 1100 to 11 thousand pieces

If a person could theoretically eat that much fruit, he would die from an overdose of vitamin C.

Coffee





Lethal dose: 42-70 cups

The maximum dosage was calculated by the researchers for a person weighing 70 kilograms.

Chocolate



Lethal Dose: 85 full-size tiles

In this amount, it is dark chocolate that is dangerous. Dairy will lead to death much faster due to its higher sugar content.

Sugar



Lethal dose: 10.5 glasses

Excessive consumption of sugar leads to intoxication of the body and disruption of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the circulatory system.

Black pepper



Lethal dose: 20-29 teaspoons

The main harm lies in the active effect on the esophagus and stomach.

Apples



Lethal dose: 20-100 apples, if eaten with seeds

The main danger to human life is not the pulp of the apple, but the cyanide contained in its seeds. To get a dose that can cause significant harm, you need to eat a huge amount of fruit at one time. By the way, the same dangerous substance is found in cherry pits.

Red meat



Lethal dose: 3-5 kilograms

Excess red meat primarily affects the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the cardiovascular system, seriously increasing blood pressure.

Salt



Lethal dose: 3 to 7 teaspoons (35-70 grams)

Salt is a source of sodium. Doctors do not recommend consuming more than 1.5 g of sodium or 3.75 g of salt per day.

Spinach



Lethal dose: 2-2.5 kilograms

Spinach contains oxalic acid, which contributes to the accelerated formation of kidney and bladder stones. It seems to be a dietary and completely natural product, but it is also better not to abuse it.

Water



Lethal dose: 6 liters

It should be noted that water is the most non-toxic substance, so it is extremely difficult to get poisoned with it. It becomes dangerous if you drink it excessively over a short period of time. Drinking six liters of water in three hours can be fatal.

Almond



Lethal dose: 1-2 kilograms

Bitter almonds contain cyanide. Death is possible if you eat large quantities of nuts within a couple of hours.

Avocado



Lethal dose: 200 pieces

Avocados have several times more potassium than bananas. Therefore, intoxication due to its excessive consumption develops much faster.

Eggs



Lethal dose: 30-42 pieces (raw)

Eggs are a nutritious food. They are relatively low in calories and fat, and rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. However, doctors do not recommend consuming more than 2 eggs per day, either cooked or raw.

Coca Cola



Lethal dose: 9 two-liter bottles

The main harm is caused by the sugar contained in soda. After drinking the specified amount of drink, a person will consume more than 10.5 cups of sugar, which will cause death.