There are a number of consumable things in the world that would kill us very quickly, but they don’t regularly live on a plate. In Africa and South America, however A widespread dangerous food that kills hundreds of people annually. , The cause of these deaths is its incorrect preparation, which can end in inexperienced people tragically.
Maniok, also known as Cassava or Tapioka, is a plant from South America to whom very well in the tropical climate. It is a favorite food that It regularly consumes approximately 500 million people and hundreds of millions of tons are produced annually.
Although it is a very widespread food, Experts warn that can be very dangerous. The reason is that The roots, peel and leaves of this plant contain toxic substances that can produce hydrogen hydrogen and cyanide. It is assumed that in the sweeter versions there is only 20 milligrams of cyanide per kilogram but In the worst varieties this number can increase up to 1000 milligrams.
Maniok can hide a toxic cyanide. (illustration photo)
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The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that Approximately 200 people will die annually to the Manioka poisoning. Thus, although this plant is considered to be one of the saddest in the world, The number of people who consume it regularly and nothing happened to them is really very high. This is because they know the threats and have learned to prepare it so that they do not pose a health risk for them.
Consuming raw parts or incorrect processing can cause not only death but It is also associated with a neurological disorder called ataxia, characterized by impaired movement coordination. It means that Even if you survive, you can still have long -term health consequences.
Maniok needs to be properly prepared so that it is not toxic. (illustration photo)
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Experts continue to point out that The danger it represents a maniok increases in times of food shortage. The reason is that during the famine people are not so much careful and consumes more bitter manuiu that probably contains a larger number of hydrogen hydrogen. About a similar incident that according to which Almost three dozen people died in Venezuela in 2017 due to poor preparation.
