📌 Cassava: why this root vegetable consumed by millions of people can cause irreversible paralysis if improperly prepared

Posted 18 March 2026 by: Admin #Various

Cassava, a staple food for millions of people worldwide, hides a little-known danger: natural chemical compounds that release cyanide when the root is improperly prepared. This toxic substance can cause severe symptoms, or even konzo, an irreversible paralysis of the legs. Discover how to transform this vegetable into a safe food.

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