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Poison Quote by Paracelsus

“All things are poisons, for there is nothing without poisonous qualities. It is only the dose which makes a thing poison.” quote by Paracelsus
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“All things are poisons, for there is nothing without poisonous qualities. It is only the dose which makes a thing poison.”

Paracelsus

About This Quote

Source Treatise: De Natura Rerum, 1545

Substances are harmful only in excess; dosage determines toxicity.

In simple terms: Dose decides poison.

Key Takeaway

Measure and moderate exposure to risks.

Themes

science medicine toxicity

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

educational warning

When to use this quote

  • medication use
  • environmental exposure
  • food safety

Key Concepts

dose‑response pharmacology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess safe levels?
  • What risks do you overlook?
A Different Perspective

Even beneficial things can be harmful in large amounts.

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