don’t chew or intentionally consume cherry pits.
Accidentally swallowing a pit should be handled differently from deliberately eating crushed pits. If someone has swallowed a large quantity or is experiencing symptoms, appropriate medical or poison-control advice should be sought.
Apricot Kernels Deserve Extra Caution
Apricot kernels have received particular attention because some contain significant amounts of amygdalin, a cyanogenic compound.
Eating large amounts of bitter apricot kernels can lead to cyanide poisoning.
This is one reason you should be skeptical of online claims describing apricot kernels as a miracle food
