Alexa Erickson – In recent years, has become a trending health food. But why?
The ancient food is rich in protein, offering nearly twice the amount of protein than oats, and a bit more fiber and iron to boot.
Protein is an essential part of the diet as it helps your body repair cells and make new ones. It’s also essential for growth and development during childhood, adolescence, and pregnancy. Because quinoa has such a high protein content, it is often touted as being a great replacement for rice and other high-carbohydrate, low-protein grains, hence why health communities have gone nuts over it.
Quinoa is also a great source of potassium, which you need for muscle and protein building, keeping a regular heartbeat, and a variety of other bodily functions. Furthermore, quinoa is chock-full of antioxidants that help prevent cell damage — necessary for healing, disease prevention, and slowing the aging process.
And if you have Celiac disease, quinoa is a great food to take advantage of, as it doesn’t contain gluten. It’s also known for its heart-healthy fats that boost “good cholesterol.” Any food that fills you up and packs a nutritional punch with a small amount is a food to love.
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