What is the harm of quinoa?

There is no harm. Compared with other common staple foods, quinoa contains more calcium and protein. The average protein content of quinoa is 16% (up to 22%), while the protein content of beef is 20%, and the protein content of rice is only a quarter of that of quinoa. Secondly, quinoa is rich in nine essential amino acids, and it also contains lysine which is lacking in general cereals.

In addition, the dietary fiber content of quinoa is 7%, which is higher than that of ordinary grains. Moreover, quinoa is also rich in plant active substances such as phenols, flavonoids, saponins, choline and phytosterols. Long-term consumption of quinoa helps to prevent various metabolic diseases and maintain good health.

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Edible method of quinoa

1, quinoa is mixed with other staple foods to make bibimbap, such as quinoa brown rice;

2. Chenopodium album and other materials are made into porridge, such as quinoa, red dates, pumpkin porridge and quinoa millet porridge.

3. Chenopodium album and various fruits are made into juice drinks, such as quinoa apple juice and quinoa watermelon juice.

4. It can be made into quinoa tea: stir-fry quinoa until golden brown, put it in a cup with 1~2 spoonfuls, and brew it with boiling water at 60℃ ~ 80℃ for drinking.

People's Network-"Super Grain" quinoa has become a new favorite, rich in high-quality and complete protein.