Advent is a magical time that we enjoy spending with our loved ones. But as fun as it is with all the Christmas decorations, there are some dangers to be aware of, especially with small children and pets.
A danger that almost no one expects is an inconspicuous herb. The cinnamon!
Cassia cinnamon in particular contains a lot of coumarin. This substance can cause headaches, nausea and dizziness. A persistent overdose can even cause liver damage. You should therefore not consume more than one teaspoon of cassia cinnamon per day. The healthier variant is the so-called Ceylon cinnamon.
Nutmeg is also often used in cooking and baking because it has a very intense flavor. But here too you have to be careful. As a rule of thumb: from a whole nut, i.e. about six to seven grams or a tablespoon of nutmeg powder, undesirable effects can occur in an adult. It can be dangerous if there are two or more nuts. For children, this amount varies depending on their body weight.
Risky decorative elements
Poinsettias and other decorative elements, especially those hanging on the Christmas tree, also pose a risk.
As beautiful as the poinsettia is, it belongs to the spurge family, which is characterized by the secretion of a white liquid when cut. This milky sap is very poisonous, especially for dogs and cats, but also for small children.
And Christmas tree balls, tinsel and other tree decorations can also be dangerous for our four-legged friends and children. The shards of the easily breakable glass balls and the ingestion of tinsel pose a threat.
You can see what alternatives there are and further tips in the video above.
Source: Krone
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