Can You Eat Horse Chestnuts? Edible vs. Toxic Types
No, you cannot safely eat raw horse chestnuts. While they look very similar to the sweet, edible chestnuts (genus Castanea), horse chestnuts (genus Aesculus) contain a toxin called aesculin, which makes them poisonous to humans. It is vital to know the difference between the two types of nuts to avoid serious illness. Many people confuse … Read more