Quinoa
is an old-world grain that has been around for centuries. My students
always love seeing how it's used in dishes. It makes for a great side
dish, a morning cereal, a main ingredient in stir frys and a variety
of other delights. Plus, you can bake with the flour.
Quinoa
contains numerous beneficial nutrients. Nutrients include fiber which
aids cardiovascular and digestive health. It provides a natural
appetite suppressant, to fill you up and cause you to eat less. Who
can't use that?
Other
nutrients include:
- Calcium helps maintain bone strength and density.
- Copper, which helps your body absorb iron.
- Zinc, which supports a healthy immune system. Do you take zinc supplements when you feel a cold coming on? Or take a hit when you have a cold to lessen symptoms? If not, you're missing out on a treasured nutrient.
- Iron, to keep your blood healthy and nourished
Quinoa
contains rich amounts of potassium, the mineral needed to help
regulate heart beats, maintain a healthy blood pressure level, lower
anxiety levels, prevent muscle spasms and contractions, protect
against stroke – wow. Who knew all this could come out of a grain?
Experiment
with quinoa. When cooked, it resembles Saturn. You know, the planet
with a ring around it? The texture is pleasant, also.
Go
quinoa! Enjoy!
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