Every year, over 200 people die from consuming what some call the “world’s deadliest food.”
Yet, nearly half a billion people eat it daily—without harm.
That food? Cassava—a humble, starchy root that feeds nations, fuels economies, and sustains life across Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
So how can something so deadly also be so essential? The answer lies not in the plant itself—but in how it’s prepared.
🌍 What Is Cassava?
