General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Autumn stalls display squash and pumpkins in many shapes and colours.
Decorative appearance does not prove a squash is edible. Check its label or ask the seller.
Ornamental gourds are toxic and must not be eaten.
If edible squash tastes bitter, spit it out and discard it. Cooking does not make it suitable to eat.
Do not eat squash that has grown spontaneously in your garden.
For signs of poisoning, call a poison centre; for a medical emergency in France, call 15 or 112.
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