🌿 Yuca Root (Manihot esculenta) | Energy, Digestion & Nutritional Support | NYCherbs®

The Remedy:

🌱 Common Names: Yuca Root, Cassava, Manioc, Brazilian Arrowroot, Mandioca, Manioca, Kamoteng Kahoy (Filipino), Tapioca Root, Singkong (Indonesian), Kassava, Cassava Root.

✨ Key Benefits:
⚡ Energy & Carbohydrate Source – Cassava is rich in complex carbohydrates, making it a vital energy food in traditional diets.
🌾 Gluten-Free Nutrition – Provides a grain-free alternative for those with gluten intolerance or celiac sensitivity.
💧 Digestive Health – The resistant starch in cassava supports gut health and beneficial microbiota balance.
🩸 Blood Sugar Modulation – Slow-digesting starches may help with steady glucose release, supporting energy balance.
💪 Micronutrient Support – Contains vitamin C, manganese, folate, and trace minerals.

📌 Traditional & Culinary Uses:

• A staple in Latin American, African, and Asian cuisines (boiled, baked, fried, or ground into flour).

• Processed into tapioca pearls and starch for puddings, breads, and gluten-free products.

• Used in folk medicine for digestive regulation and general nourishment.

🌼 Herbal Combinations:

• Ginger → Enhances digestion when paired with starchy foods.

• Coconut → Traditionally cooked together in Caribbean and South American cuisine.

• Turmeric → Supports anti-inflammatory and digestive synergy.

🧴 Available Forms:

• Fresh Root

• Cassava Flour / Tapioca Starch

• Chips / Powder