Bitter almond is used by some to treat conditions like stretch marks, spasms, pain, and cough, but there is no scientific evidence that supports these uses. Using bitter almond can also be unsafe as it contains volatile oils that are considered poisonous. Related fruit kernels including apricot, peach, and plum also produce volatile oils that are poisonous, similar to bitter almond.

1. Glycosides
By
Dr. Nidhi Gupta
M.M. University, Mullana, Ambala, India

82. Uses of bitter Almond
• People use bitter almond for conditions such as stretch marks,
spasms, pain, and cough, but there is no good scientific evidence to
support these uses. Using bitter almond can also be unsafe.
"Bitter almond" volatile oils can also be produced from other related
fruit kernels including apricot (Prunus armeniaca), peach (Prunus
persica), and plum (Prunus domestica). Similar to bitter almond,
these volatile oils are considered poisonous.