Christmas decorations that will
'kill' you By Lauren Gordon Published December 19, 2014
Keep these potentially
deadly decorations out of reach of pets and children... and very curious adults.
Tinsel and ornaments iStock Let's face it: even as an adult, shiny objects are
pretty enticing. Now just imagine how wondrous they seem to children and
animals. While tinsel isn't toxic, it can cause problems if ingested,
especially for pets, as the foreign object could twist and tangle up in their
intestines. 2. Poinsettias iStock Though they are less toxic to humans than
once believed, poinsettias can cause extreme discomfort when ingested. If your
toddler has a bite, it can cause a mild stomachache, diarrhea, and vomiting. It
is likely that people with a latex allergy will be allergic to poinsettias as
well, since they both share similar proteins, and a severe reaction shouldn't
be treated lightly. Animals that nibble on these plants will likely experience
mouth and stomach irritation and occasional vomiting. 3. Mistletoe iStock Sure,
it's great for romance, but mistletoe shouldn't be consumed - ever. Though the
fatality rate of ingested mistletoe is low, eating the leaves or berries or
making tea from this plant warrants a call to poison control. Beware: these
Christmas decorations can be deadly .
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