About the Product

• A stuffy, fleshy underground root, Colocasia is also called 'Taro Root'.

• It is oval/globular in shape with a hairy coating on its skin and whitish yellow flesh.

Benefits

• Colocasias are rich in carbohydrates and dietary fiber.

• They contain high levels of vitamin A, C, E, vitamin B6, and folate and regulate blood glucose levels, blood pressure, hypertension, and prevent cell damage.

• They are especially beneficial in treating cancers of lungs and oral cavity.

• They also help in protecting from cold and flu and aid in skin rashes and nausea.

Storage and Uses

• Store it in a cool, dark and well ventilated place. Refrigeration makes it take longer to cook.

• While consuming, the outer skin is always taken away first. It is never eaten raw.

• Peeled taro should be kept in a bowl with water until ready to use.

• Colocasias can be roasted, fried, or boiled.