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The study aims to assess nutritional profiles and the impact of processing on cassava's nutrient retention and safety.

Nutritional enhancement of cassava through processing: implications for sustainable food systems

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Evaluation shows improved nutrient retention and reduced cyanide levels in cassava after processing methods, indicating better dietary benefits.

The study aims to assess nutritional profiles and the impact of processing on cassava's nutrient retention and safety.
Analyzed two cassava varieties: kello and qulle from Areka Agricultural Research Center.
Roots and leaves underwent fermentation, boiling, and fluidized bed drying.
Nutritional, anti-nutritional, and functional characterization was conducted using AOAC standard methods.
Roots had high carbohydrate content (81.0–87.1 g/100 g).
Leaves exhibited superior protein (21.2–28.4 g/100 g) and fiber (16.1–22.9 g/100 g) contents.
Processing reduced cyanide by up to 83.4% and other anti-nutritional factors significantly.

Lambebo et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Evaluation shows improved nutrient retention and reduced cyanide levels in cassava after processing methods, indicating better dietary benefits.