Concept in Definition ABC

Starch obtained from cassava and used to prepare food

Tapioca is a starch or carbohydrate that is obtained in powder form from cassava. Cassava is precisely a shrub that is highly appreciated throughout the world because from its roots it is possible to extract the aforementioned tapioca, a hyper-used flour at the request of the feeding and the gastronomic industry.

The most precious food of primitive peoples

We must emphasize that cassava has been consumed since ancient times, for example, the Indians who lived in the Amazon area knew how to use it to make cookies of Format flat and round that were the protagonists of the great celebrations such as parties and births where they were served to the guests.

Tapioca soup

Today, it is used as the fundamental ingredient in tapioca soup. Salt and chicken broth are added to it. It's very easy preparation since you only have to boil the broth and then the tapioca will be sprinkled on it.

Huge nutritional value

But in addition to the culinary use that has been given to it since ancient times to make cookies as we already said or also soups and puddings, among others, tapioca, is highly valued for the nutritional value it possesses and which is manifested in a series of benefits for our health in case of consume it.

Rich in starch, a tremendous energy supply to the body

Like all starch, it is rich in starch and this makes it a food with a tremendous energy supply. For this reason, it is recommended to consume high-performance athletes and kids and adolescents in full growth and development stage.

Ideal in weight loss diets, for celiacs and to counteract conditions such as heartburn

Another noteworthy issue in this regard is its easy digestion with which it will give us satiety and reduce appetite. This makes it an excellent alternative in weight loss diets.

Likewise, the digestive property of tapioca makes it an ideal food to consume in those cases that suffer from heartburn or gastritis.

On the other hand, we must say that since it is a gluten-free food, its recommended consumption on the part of celiac people, since in addition to being a tasty food per se, it will not put into risk your health.

The culture of tapioca occurs mainly in the continent American and is almost exclusive to nations such as Argentina, Bolivia, Peru and Paraguay.