Essential oils: do some aromatic plants pose risks?

Basil, fennel, and tarragon, common in cooking, produce essential oils containing potentially toxic compounds at high concentrations.

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These substances can cause neurological or liver side effects if misused or ingested without caution.

Vigilance is necessary, especially in children and pregnant women, as natural does not imply harmless.

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