Are green chips poisonous?
If you’re talking about the green areas and spots that are sometimes found on potatoes, technically speaking, you are supposed to avoid eating them because they contain a substance that is potentially toxic: “The green spots on potatoes are a chemical called solanine that occurs when potatoes are exposed to excessive light. It’s bitter tasting and toxic in high dosages, far beyond what is found in your average potato, especially since potatoes are screened for solanine content. Simply peel any green spots away when preparing potatoes.” http://www.ahherald.com/food/2006/ft_060… Here are some good details (the whole page is worth reading): http://www.snopes.com/food/ingredient/po… I always cut away the green spots (or avoid potatoes with green tinges to begin with), just to be on the safe side.
