in my last post it should be spelled Abu Sayyaf
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/ArticleNews/TPStory/LAC/20050310/PHIL10/TPInternational/Asia
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The roots of the cassava plant, a major crop in tropical countries, are rich in protein, minerals and vitamins. However, cassava is poisonous unless it is peeled and thoroughly cooked. If it is eaten raw or prepared incorrectly, one of its chemical constituents will be attacked by digestive enzymes and give off the deadly poison cyanide. As little as two cassava roots can contain a fatal dose.
"Some said they took only two bites because it tasted bitter and the effects were felt five to 10 minutes later," said Harold Gallego of Garcia Memorial Provincial Hospital in the nearby town of Talibon, where 47 patients were taken.
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