Quinoa is a whole grain that is rapidly growing in popularity due to its many health benefits. Although people can cook and eat quinoa seeds in a similar way to most grains, the quinoa plant itself is more similar to beetroots and spinach. People can eat both the seeds and leaves of this versatile, nutritious plant.
Quinoa seeds are ideal for people following a plant-based diet. Quinoa, unlike many other grains, is also an excellent source of lysine, an essential amino acid. Quinoa also has a high fiber content, is an excellent source of antioxidants, provides vitamin E and may help reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, certain cancers, and several eye disorder. The presence of magnesium in quinoa may also help prevent or fight high blood pessure, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes and migraines
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