Health benefits of quinoa

These days, more and more people know that quinoa is healthy, but do you know what exactly their health benefits are?

1. Quinoa is packed with nutrients. A cup of quinoa contains a good amount of protein, fiber, minerals such as manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, folate, copper, iron, zinc, potassium, and vitamins B1, B2, B6, and E, plus omega-3 fatty acids.
2. Quinoa protects our body. Quinoa contains flavonoids, which are plant antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects.
3. Quinoa is very high in protein. Compared to other grains, quinoa contains more proteins and all the essential amino acids, which is excellent for vegetarians and vegans.
4.  Quinoa can lower blood sugar level and help you lose weight. As quinoa has a low glycemic index and the fiber content is high, it’s proven to lower blood sugar level. Also, quinoa increases metabolism because of the high content of protein, which can help you lose weight.

It’s easy to incorporate quinoa into your diet because it has a mild flavor and doesn’t take much time to cook. Depending on the type of quinoa or where you get it from, some of them need to be rinsed to get rid of saponins, which are bitter and found on the outer layer. However, some brands have been already rinsed so it may not be necessary.

One of the easiest ways to cook quinoa is sprinkling some on rice and cook in a rice cooker. You can also add some quinoa into your favorite soup!