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Bitter Apricot Kernels from the Himalayas

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apricot-kernels are one of the healthiest foods on earth,grown in the Himalayas, between 6000 and 10,000 feet, these extremely bitter kernels are similar in taste to almonds and marzipan. One of the richest sources of Amygdalin. (Also refered to as Laetrille or Vitamin B17, though it is not in the strictest sense of the word a vitamin and Vitamin B1 & B6.Apricot kernels are one of natures richest sources of B17. Tribes such as the Hunzas, Hopi Indians and the Karakorum live on a traditional diet rich in B17 and do not suffer from the most common western diseases. Though one should mention that such tribes also live in much cleaner natural environments than most westerners!
Based on 30 years of documented research and use, between 6-10 Apricot Kernels per day. However the Food Standards Agency (FSA) recommend no more than 2 Kernels per day.Apricot kernels should not be swallowed whole.

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