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Perspective from Luciana M. Cherubin
Bachelor in Nutrition · 5 years of experience · Argentina
Possible Side Effects
- Raw taro contains proteases and oxalates that can cause a burning sensation in your mouth.
Quantity Recommendation
- Taro should only be eaten cooking because raw taro contains compounds that may cause a burning sensation in your mouth. Cooking deactivates these compounds.
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Perspective from Christos Sittas
MSc in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences · 3 years of experience · UK
Possible Side Effects
- Instances of poisoning to the consumption of raw taro leaves have been reported, due to oxalates, which typically include long lasting swelling and oral irritation (Omura, 2014).
Quantity Recommendation
- Taro is a nutritionally rich plant in phytochemical compounds and can be consumed cooked on a daily basis to boost the nutritional value of meals. It can be added to soups in portions of up to two cups per day.
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