Drinking garri, a popular West African food made from cassava, has not been directly linked to affecting eyesight. However, the way garri is prepared and consumed can have implications for eye health…CONTINUE READING>>
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Garri is typically consumed with groundnut (peanut) paste or palm oil, which are good sources of vitamin A, an essential nutrient for maintaining healthy eyesight. Therefore, if garri is a significant part of one’s diet and is consumed with these nutritious accompaniments, it can promote good eye health.
On the other hand, if garri is consumed in isolation and not as part of a balanced diet, it may lack important nutrients, potentially leading to nutritional deficiencies that can impact eye health over time. Additionally, poor food hygiene or contamination during garri processing can lead to illnesses that may indirectly affect eyesight due to systemic health issues…CONTINUE READING>>