Tag: Cassava fiber

While cassava root fiber is often praised for its health benefits, including its role as a prebiotic resistant starch, improper preparation or excessive intake can lead to concerning side effects. Understanding these risks is essential for safe consumption and is key to avoiding issues such as bloating, gas, and, in rare but severe cases, cyanide toxicity.

The average American consumes only about half of the daily recommended fiber, falling well short of health guidelines. A single can of Olipop contains up to 9 grams of dietary fiber, but does the fiber in Olipop count as a meaningful contribution to your overall intake?