Cassava is a starchy root vegetable that is also known as 'yuca' or 'mandioca,' cassava root is often used in grain free baking in the form of cassava flour. Cassava root is also used to produce tapioca starch, a more refined grain free flour.
While cassava root originated as a staple food in a number of developing countries, it has become popular worldwide for its health benefits and uses in grain free cooking and baking.
We use cassava in our grain free puffs as a great way to add crunch and nutrition without inflammatory and hard-to-digest grains. Learn more about why our products are always grain free HERE (link to blog about problems with grains) In this blog we'll talk about cassava root benefits for health, including improving eye health, metabolism, healthy weight maintenance, wound healing, and blood pressure management.
Energy Boost : Due to its high carbohydrate content, cassava provides a significant energy boost, making it a valuable source of sustained energy for physically demanding activities.
Digestive Health : The dietary fiber in cassava flour and cassava starch support digestive health by promoting regular bowel movements, preventing constipation, and supporting a healthy gut microbiome.
Antioxidant Properties : Cassava contains antioxidants, including vitamin C, which help protect the body against oxidative stress, scavenge free radicals, and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Gluten-Free Alternative : Cassava contains antioxidants, including vitamin C, which help protect the body against oxidative stress, scavenge the harmful free radicals, and keep chronic disease at bay.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects : Some compounds found in cassava, such as flavonoids and terpenoids, have demonstrated anti-arthritic and anti-inflammatory properties, which may help reduce inflammation in the body.
Other benefits : Cassava has also been seen to have anti-diabetic effects as well as a preventive and first-line therapy role on cardiovascular diseases. The presence of carotenoids also has beneficial effects on metabolic diseases, eye diseases, and some types of cancers while Lutein helps with age-related macular degeneration and diseases like Alzheimer's.
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