Phrases with «ergot»

Ergot is a type of fungus that can infect crops, particularly grains like wheat and rye. It produces harmful toxins that can cause serious health problems, including hallucinations, seizures, and even death, if consumed by humans or animals. Full definition

Sentences with «ergot»

  • In the Middle Ages, those who consumed large amounts of ergot - infested rye flour were afflicted with St. Anthony's Fire, a condition characterized by advanced gangrene. (discovermagazine.com)
  • Meanwhile, the use of anti-migraine medications such as triptans and ergot alkaloids rose from 9.8 percent to 15.4 percent. (sciencedaily.com)
  • At Sandoz Laboratories in Basel, Switzerland, chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally dosed himself with LSD, a rye ergot fungus he had been working with, and suddenly saw the world through kaleidoscope eyes. (discovermagazine.com)
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