Phaseolus Lunatus Seed Extract
Whole lima beans are a recognized food but raw seeds contain cyanogenic glycosides (linamarin) that must be deactivated by cooking; commercial food and extract preparations are processed to remove these toxins. NIH and FAO note proper processing renders lima beans safe.
What it is
Extract from lima bean (Phaseolus lunatus) seeds, sometimes used in cosmetics for skin firming or as a food/supplement protein/peptide source.
Plant-protein/peptide source; cosmetic active in some products.
Why it's flagged
- Cyanogenic glycosides in raw beans
- Variable extract standardization
What regulators actually say
"Phaseolus lunatus (lima bean) seeds contain cyanogenic glycosides which are reduced to safe levels by adequate cooking and standard processing."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole lima beans are GRAS food; extract not separately listed as additive.
European Union — EFSA
Lima bean is an authorized food in EU; extracts under food-supplement rules.
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