or tingling, loss of coordination, and in severe cases respiratory paralysis.
What should I do if I accidentally ate some tomalley?
Don’t panic, but pay attention to any symptoms and check whether a seafood advisory applies to the lobster’s harvest area. If you develop concerning symptoms—especially numbness, weakness, difficulty breathing, severe vomiting, or loss of coordination—seek urgent medical attention.
The Bottom Line on Lobster’s Green Goodies
So there you have it—the strange green mystery hiding inside your lobster finally has a name!
It’s tomalley, the lobster’s hepatopancreas.
It isn’t spoiled
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