The United Nations declared 2013 the International year of quinoa. This tiny edible seed originated in the Andes region (Ecuador, Bolivia, and Peru) and is very close related to spinach and beetroot. Its consumption became widespread approximately 3000 BC.
Stuff you should know about Quinoa:
Stuff you should know about Quinoa:
1. Quinoa has a high protein content: It has the perfect balance
of all nine amino acids essential for human nutrition.
2. Quinoa is low in calories: ¼ cup contains 160 calories!! (this
is one serving!)
3. It is gluten free.
4. It contains twice as much fiber as regular grains.
5. It is rich in Magnesium, Iron, Riboflavin (B2) and Manganese:
super antioxidants, essential vitamins and minerals for our
body, helping with blood sugar levels, energy metabolism,
protection of red blood cells… the list goes on
6. Available in white, red and black.
7. Easy to cook and yummy: It’s super delicious with salads, and
can be used as a rice/pasta/potato replacement!
8. Check our store, for red and white quinoa! Recipes will follow!
Sources:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=142
http://www.medicaldaily.com/quinoa-health-benefits-protein-thats-low-carbs-gluten-free-and-full-nutrients-247858
of all nine amino acids essential for human nutrition.
2. Quinoa is low in calories: ¼ cup contains 160 calories!! (this
is one serving!)
3. It is gluten free.
4. It contains twice as much fiber as regular grains.
5. It is rich in Magnesium, Iron, Riboflavin (B2) and Manganese:
super antioxidants, essential vitamins and minerals for our
body, helping with blood sugar levels, energy metabolism,
protection of red blood cells… the list goes on
6. Available in white, red and black.
7. Easy to cook and yummy: It’s super delicious with salads, and
can be used as a rice/pasta/potato replacement!
8. Check our store, for red and white quinoa! Recipes will follow!
Sources:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=142
http://www.medicaldaily.com/quinoa-health-benefits-protein-thats-low-carbs-gluten-free-and-full-nutrients-247858