Garri, a popular meal derived from the tubes and roots of the cassava plant, contains proteins, fat, carbohydrates, iron, Vitamin B and C and also starch. Its cassava leaves contain calcium, iron, fats and protein too.
Below are some of the major health benefits of Garri:
1. To watch ones weight
Are you trying to shed some weight? Then take more garri. Even though very starchy, garri is also low in calories and the high fibre content in cassava helps you stay full for a longer period and prevents snacking.
2. Aids digestion
Garri contains fibres that do not dissolve in water. It helps in the absorption of toxins that enter your intestines. In essence, garri improves your digestive health.
3. Prevents cancer
Garri also helps in preventing life-threatening diseases such as cancer. The B17 content in cassava leaves helps in stimulating the content of red blood cells, the loss of which often results in cancer.
4. Cures diarrhea
Those tales your mother told you about the healing properties of garri when you have diarrhea are true. Simply munch on it or drink with water twice a day to feel better.
5. Good for eyesight
Take alot of garri for it is rich in Vitamin A and bakarotennya which improves your eyes health and prevents future blindness or poor eyesight.
6. Packed full of follate
Garri is good for pregnant women who need lots of vitamin C and folate. A cup of garri contains 15 percent of your daily folate requirement and 47 percent of the daily calcium requirement. These two vitamins boosts the body’s immune system.