Cassava (scientific name Manihot esculenta), also widely referred to as yuca or manioc, is one of the most important and versatile staple crops on Earth. Yet it carries a hidden threat that has earned it the reputation of being one of the “world’s deadliest foods.” Despite the risk, nearly half a billion people rely on cassava daily for survival, nutrition, and economic stability. Its dual identity — as a life-sustaining food and a potential poison — offers a unique insight into the delicate… CONTINUE READING…
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