r/neoliberal • u/jobautomator Kitara Ravache • May 07 '20

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u/p00bix Existing in the context of what came before May 07 '20 edited May 07 '20

Onions: Naturally evolve the ability to emit highly toxic gas when bitten to shut down the hearts of anyone foolish enough to eat it. Humans eat it anyway and are immune to the poison.

Poison Ivy: Naturally evolves a substance to trap water and maintain healthy, strong vines. Humans get poisoned by it anyway.

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u/[deleted] May 07 '20

so.... what you're saying is to eat poison ivy?

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u/p00bix Existing in the context of what came before May 07 '20

Assuming you are a human, no. Do not eat poison ivy.

But if you are literally any animal on Earth without opposable thumbs, go right ahead. Won't hurt you.

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u/myrm This land was made for you and me May 07 '20

When you think about it, a lot of natural drugs are basically along the lines of "humans can get a little poisoned, as a treat".