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✅Brief rules for safe consumption
Never eat raw root.
Peel completely.
Soak for 24–48 hours.
Boil or fry until fully cooked.
Combine with protein foods.
Keep refrigerated for up to 2–3 days after peeling.
Buy only from trusted merchants.
Cassava in children’s and family menus: caution, not fear
Many parents are hesitant to give cassava to their children, and rightly so. But when properly processed, it is a valuable source of energy and nutrients.
Tips for parents:
Start with small portions.
Do not use homemade flour without soaking and heat treatment.
Boil or fry well – better to overcook than undercook.
Combine with legumes, meat or eggs.
Never let children taste raw cassava, even while you are cooking it.