The problem is growing antibiotic resistanceâthe ability of bacteria to resist the effects of an antibiotic. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria undergo a genetic change that reduces or eliminates the effectiveness of drugs or other agents designed to cure or prevent infection.
It is traditionally served with a meat or vegetable stew spooned over it. Couscous is a staple food throughout the North African cuisines of Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania and Libya and to a lesser extent in the Middle East and Sicily.
Couscous calories and nutrition depend on the preparation method that you use, but it can be a healthy addition to your meal. Plain couscous that has been cooked in water with no additional butter or oil is a low fat (almost fat-free) source of carbohydrates.