Health Benefits

All over the world cassava is an important source of carbohydrates but an otherwise poor source of protein and essential nutrients.

However, it does contain compounds believed to be anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, including phenolic acids, anthraquinones, saponins, and alkaloids.

Alternative practitioners believe that these properties can aid in the treatment or prevention of certain health conditions, including:

Arthritis Cancer

Dandruff

Diabetes

Diarrhea

Hair loss

Infertility

Prolonged labor

Skin infections

Some of the claims are better supported by research than others. A few, like cancer, have been soundly disproven. According to the American Cancer Society, "there is no convincing scientific evidence that cassava or tapioca is effective in preventing or treating cancer."

Source: Verywell Health

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