Over 200 people are k.il.l.ed by the “world’s de.a.dl.iest food” every year, but almost 500 million people still eat it.

There are certainly many foods out there that can make you feel full fast—but they’re not typically part of everyday meals.

So let’s focus on a staple food that’s commonly eaten by people across the globe.

What is it?

Cassava, both a crop and a source of nourishment, plays a vital role in the diets of millions.

Each year, around 500 million people consume cassava, and hundreds of millions of tonnes are produced worldwide.

Cassava is a plant that grows naturally in South America. It is a famous food and a mainstay of many people’s diet, but it can be very dangerous.