Today, toxicology is a well-studied science and the Poison Control Center would like to replace some of the old tales with established scientific facts. MILK is the universal antidote. Water is just as effective as MILK in diluting poisons. MILK should be used to rinse out the eyes after an eye exposure. In a case of an accidental ingestion MILK should be given to the patient to induce vomiting.
Lead pencils can cause lead poisoning.
Lead pencils are made of graphite, not lead. Lead has been found in small amounts in the varnish on the pencil, but not in sufficient quantities to cause toxicity. Poinsettia is a highly toxic plant. But ingestion of significant quantities cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract.