To Quinoa or Not To Quinoa?
“A superfood, a seed with amazing benefits grown mostly in South America has made its way around the world and it is time quinoa found its place in your kitchen ”
FALL IN LOVE WITH QUINOA
QUINOA is pronounced like KEEN WAA
CLIMATE PROOF
The seed itself can tolerate extreme temperatures from -8 to 38 degrees Celsius. So you can store it in your kitchen and enjoy delicious quinoa based meals all year round.
PROTEIN PARTY
Quinoa is a very nutrient rich food loaded with complete proteins making it a must have for vegetarians. It is packed with all nine amino acids giving you your daily source of protein. There really aren’t that many foods that will provide you all 9 amino acids. The amino acid in quinoa helps to produce natural oils needed for a healthy scalp to keep away dandruff and dryness. So it can protect, repair and also strengthen your hair follicles (everything your shampoo claims to do but naturally).
HEART HEALTHY
Although it is a nutrient dense food it is a zero cholesterol food. Yes, a zero cholesterol food loaded with heart protective quercetin makes it an ideal food for improving your heart health.
WEIGHT LOSS
Quinoa is a winner among people who want to loose weight without compromising on nutrition. In a small portion of quinoa you are able to get a balance nutritive meal while at the same time not having to run to the kitchen for a chocolate or snack a little while later as it will keep you full. This is makes it a top favorite food for astronauts.
RICH IN ANTI-OXIDANTS
Many studies have been published confirming the antioxidant properties of quinoa. As you probably know anti-oxidants are important for not only our heart health but also for boosting our immunity.
ANTI-AGING PROPERTIES
Researchers concluded that quinoa is an excellent source of free phenols which destroy free radicals in our body , hence preventive aging process in our body like wrinkles.
GOODBYE MIGRAINES
Do you suffer from frequent migraines or headaches. Try adding quinoa to your diet and you’ll notice a positive change. The high riboflavin content in quinoa is likely to reduce the severity and/or frequency of those terrible migraines and headaches.
SUPER-SUB
Got a gluten allergy or intolerance. Know a friend or family who cannot have wheat. Well, quinoa makes an excellent substitute for wheat in many dishes.
GET THAT SUGAR DOWN
Studies conducted at University of Sau Paulo released findings that conclude that quinoa has the ability to lower blood glucose levels in diabetic people if consumed regularly.
VERSATALITY AND DELICIOUSNESS
By now you probably realise how important and versatile and ingredient quinoa is for your kitchen to have. However perhaps the most important reason that will make it a staple in your diet is that quite simply its really delicious and yummy. Try it with your kids and elders alike and they’ll all fall in love with the quinoa dishes you prepare.
From now on try and incorporate quinoa into your diets be it through a breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack or dinner item. You’ll notice the health benefits gradually but surely.
You will find some easy to cook quinoa recipes on our RECIPE page so please try them and do let us know how you feel about the dishes and quinoa.