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1. Introduction of Bitter almond Bitter almond (Prunus dulcis var. amara) is a variety of almond known for its distinct bitter taste and high amygdalin content. Unlike sweet almonds, bitter almonds contain cyanogenic glycosides, which release hydrogen cyanide upon enzymatic hydrolysis. While toxic in large quantities, bitter almonds have been historically used for medicinal, flavoring, […]