Amaranth: health benefits and healthy nutrients
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Amaranth is a genus of annual herbaceous plants of the amaranth family. It is a sturdy plant with reddish stems and dark red flower panicles, the seeds of which are edible. In the Netherlands and the rest of Europe, the plant is used as a grain substitute in a gluten-free diet. Amaranth is not a grain, but the seed of an herbaceous plant. These are small seeds that contain a lot of fiber, a lot of protein and are completely gluten-free. They also contain many vitamins and minerals (magnesium and iron). Even the ancient Aztecs appreciated the positive health benefits of amaranth. It is easy to prepare. You can use it just like quinoa or as a rice substitute.
What is amaranth?
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Seeds
Healthy nutrients and method of intake
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Seeds and leaves can be eaten Not only the seeds, but also the leaves of the plant can be used in the kitchen in many ways. The leaves are probably similar to spinach and can be used, for example, in dishes with vegetables such as soups or stews. Amaranth seeds, on the other hand, are more commonly used as a snack, as an ingredient for baking or as a crunchy muesli. It can be used just like quinoa or as a substitute for rice. The seeds are characterized by a mild, slightly nutty
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Health benefits of amaranth
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Amaranth is very suitable for a balanced diet and also helps to effectively combat or prevent the progression of various diseases. Amaranth has a significantly higher nutrient content than many vegetables, and its protein content is almost as high as that in milk. Unlike many other wheat products, amaranth is much easier to digest, but still very filling thanks to its fiber