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Are levant cotton seeds edible?
The seeds of levant cotton contain gossypol, a toxic compound that makes them inedible in their raw form. Although gossypol can be removed through processing, the safety and edibility of levant cotton seeds for human consumption would depend on the effectiveness of such treatment. Typically, cotton seeds, including those of levant cotton, are not considered food items and are used for oil extraction and livestock feed after processing to reduce toxin levels.
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