Every Year, But Almost 500 Million People Still Eat It
Cassava is a staple food for about 500 million people worldwide and is grown in huge quantities, especially in South America. Despite its importance, it is known as the “world’s deadliest food” because its stems, peel, and leaves contain poisonous compounds that produce hydrogen cyanide if eaten raw. Every year, around 200 people die from…
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