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The reasons behind the United States illegality of Jamaica’s national fruit.

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Talking about fruit confiscated by the government could cause controversy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reports that ackee, the national fruit of Jamaica, has been identified by the United States because it may be fatal to eat while it is still raw. The unripe fruit contains a toxin that can be fatal, so taking … Read more

The National Fruit of Jamaica: Reasons Behind Its Illegality in the United States

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Talking about fruits seized by the government can create a rift. The US Food and Drug Administration reports that Jamaica’s national fruit, the acai, has been recognized by the United States because it can be dangerous to eat when raw. The raw fruit contains a poison that can be fatal, so biting it is not … Read more