Can tapioca pearls be eaten? Exploring safety, preparation, and consumption
                                
                                
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                                The cassava plant, from which tapioca pearls are made, contains a toxic compound called linamarin that converts to hydrogen cyanide when raw. While this sounds alarming, commercially produced tapioca pearls can be eaten safely and are commonly used in beverages like bubble tea, but only after proper cooking.