Garri Ijebu provides sustained energy from its high carbohydrate content, aids digestion and gut health through its fiber and fermented properties, and contains essential nutrients like vitamin C, folate, and potassium. Its lower glycemic index helps regulate blood sugar, it’s a good source of sustained energy, and its fermentation reduces harmful cyanogenic glycosides, making it a safer and more digestible food. Additionally, it’s a gluten-free food, which benefits individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities
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Carbohydrates for Energy:Â
Garri Ijebu is a primary source of carbohydrates, which your body converts into glucose for energy, sustained fuel for your daily activities.Â
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Fiber for Digestion:Â
The fermentation process increases the fiber content in Garri Ijebu, which promotes healthy bowel movements, prevents constipation, and supports overall digestive wellness.Â
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Vitamins and Minerals:Â
It contains essential nutrients like vitamin C, which supports the immune system, and folate, crucial for DNA synthesis and repair. Potassium, necessary for heart and muscle function, is also present.Â
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Gluten-Free:ÂAs a product of cassava, Garri Ijebu is naturally gluten-free, making it a safe and healthy option for individuals with celiac disease or gluten intoleranceFermentation-Specific Benefits
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Reduced Toxicity:Â
The prolonged fermentation process involved in creating Garri Ijebu significantly reduces the levels of toxic cyanogenic glycosides found in raw cassava, making the final product safer for consumption.Â
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Probiotic Support:ÂThe fermentation process introduces beneficial bacteria, which can act as prebiotics , fostering a healthy balance of gut flora and contributing to improved gut health.Â
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