Chokecherry Pits

Chokecherry PITS contain cyanogenic compounds — crushing or chewing pits releases cyanide.

The tell: The pulp and juice are food; the pits are not. Never grind pits into jelly, wine, or pemmican. Strain and discard pits WHOLE.

Rule: Pits stay whole and get thrown away — never crushed, never eaten.

Illustration: Chokecherry — whole fruit vs. crushed pit