Should You Eat Grape Seeds?

Grape seeds are small, crunchy, pear-shaped seeds found in the middle of seeded grapes. ... Some people find that grape seeds have a bitter flavor. While they may not be the tastiest, they're harmless for most people to eat. If you choose not to spit them out, it's OK to chew and swallow them.

Is there cyanide in grape seeds?

There's no amygdalin in grape seeds. ... It's true that apricot pits contain rather hefty amounts of amygdalin and hence, of potential hydrogen cyanide. In order of decreasing amounts, the seeds of all the following fruits contain amygdalin: apricot, peach, plum, apple, almond and quince.

Is it safe to take grape seed?

Grape seed extract is generally considered safe. Side effects may include headache, itchy scalp, dizziness, and nausea. Risks. People allergic to grapes should not use grape seed extract.