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Ouadie Rhabbouron

It’s often said that “we are what we eat.” But did you know that some common foods can be… deadly? Behind their ordinary appearance lie formidable toxins, natural poisons, or risks that are too often overlooked. Every year, hundreds of people pay the ultimate price. Here’s a (not so appetizing) world tour of the 10 most dangerous foods you might find on your plate.

  1. Cassava: the world’s deadliest food

Consumed by over 800 million people, particularly in Africa, Latin America, and Asia, cassava is a staple food… but also a potential danger. Its roots contain substances that, if improperly prepared, transform into cyanide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 200 people die each year from cassava poisoning. Yet, when properly prepared (soaking, cooking, or fermentation), it becomes completely harmless.
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