HEALTH BENEFITS OF... QUINOA
A complete protein and fantastic wheat-free alternative, the demand for quinoa has risen sharply in recent years. Here are some reasons why it benefits your health.
Quinoa is high in antiinflammatory phytonutrients, which make it potentially beneficial for human health in the prevention and treatment of disease. Quinoa contains small amounts of the heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids and, in comparison to common cereal grasses has a higher content of monounsaturated fat.
As a complete protein, quinoa contains all nine essential amino acids – including the elusive lysine and isoleucine acids, which most other grains lack. Naturally high in dietary fibre, quinoa is a slowly digested carbohydrate, making it a good low-GI option.
