TIL about "Squash Hands," a reaction to the hands that can sometimes occur when handling raw Butternut Squash. The squash's skin has an irritant that can cause a tight feeling in the hands, as well as skin peeling.
https://www.verywellhealth.com/squash-hands-8401480
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https://www.verywellhealth.com/squash-hands-8401480
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'Squash Hands' Is Real: What to Do If You Develop This Mysterious Reaction
"Squash hands" refers to a skin reaction characterized by itching, peeling, or tight skin that some people experience when handling raw butternut squash.Maggie O'Neill (Verywell Health)
