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POKEBERRIES ARE POISONOUS. Honestly, this post seems like trolling, as recommending asparagus for gout is also contraindicated. But pokeberries are POISONOUS. DO NOT EAT.
"Poke sallet" or salad is made from the leaves and even those have to be cooked thoroughly and drained to be consumed.
http://www.poison.org/articles/2012-aug/pokeberries-and-grapes-look-alike
