Taro: A Nutrient-Rich Staple of Tropical Diets
aro (Colocasia esculenta), recognized by its iconic heart-shaped leaves, has served as a crucial food source in tropical and subtropical regions for centuries. Renowned for its starchy, nutrient-dense root or corm, taro is celebrated for both its culinary versatility and its impressive health benefits. While the root is the most commonly consumed part, taro leaves ...