Quinoa is a great food because it is complete in its nutrients, it provides high quality proteins, healthy oils, fiber, starch, vitamins and minerals especially important for children, including calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and zinc. All of these nutrients are generally more concentrated in quinoa than in most cereals.
Quinoa is an Andean grain that provides similar amounts of energy to rice, 100 grams of cooked quinoa provides 101 calories while rice provides 115 calories. But the difference is that the body uses quinoa starch better because thanks to its fiber this starch comes gradually. This advantage makes its consumption more convenient for the diabetic compared to Read More
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Despite their small size, chia seeds are full of important nutrients. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium. Omega-3 fatty acids help raise HDL cholesterol, the “good” cholesterol that protects against heart attack and stroke. Remember the chia pets that were popular in the 1990s? Chia seeds are the same small seeds you used to grow an Afro in your Homer Simpson terracotta vase.
Fast facts on chia seeds:
Here are some key points about chia seeds. More detail is in the main article.
- Chia seeds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, iron, and calcium.
- A 28-gram, or 1-ounce, serving of chia seeds Read More
Turmeric is a plant that has a very long history of medicinal use, dating back nearly 4000 years. In Southeast Asia, turmeric is used not only as a principal spice but also as a component in religious ceremonies. Because of its brilliant yellow color, turmeric is also known as “Indian saffron.” Modern medicine has begun to recognize its importance, as indicated by the over 3000 publications dealing with turmeric that came out within the last 25 years. This review first discusses in vitro studies with turmeric, followed by animal studies, and finally studies carried out on humans; the safety and efficacy of turmeric are further addressed.
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