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Caution: You should never eat lupins from the garden!

An important note in advance: Lupine is not just lupine.

• The ornamental plant from the garden or the plant by the wayside is poisonous – both leaves and seeds.
• These plants contain toxic alkaloids. Consumption can lead to death. You should definitely not eat this type of lupine or even parts of it.

Sweet lupine – healthy and nutritious

The sweet lupine, on the other hand, is not only edible but also very healthy.

• The lupins suitable for consumption are a special breed, the sweet lupine. The alkaloid content of this plant is so low that it is not dangerous.
• The name does not come from the fact that the plant tastes sweet. It only marks the difference between the poisonous plant – this tastes bitter. The sweet lupine, on the other hand, has a nutty taste.
• This healthy option is high in protein, minerals, and fiber. They are also low in calories, low in fat, and free of lactose and cholesterol. The properties make the lupine a healthy food – but only the sweet lupine.