Organic Quinoa

Quinoa, pronounced as “Keen-wa” is a kernel rich in protein (50% more than wheat) it is a great breakfast cereal. It is cultivated by the Incan Tribes in the Andes of South America. It is also rich in lysine, iron, phosphorus, vitamins A, E and B contains more calcium and good saturated fats than any other grain product.

Quinoa has been an important food in South America, they refer to it as the “Mother Grain”. The ancestral color of the plant is black. With science’s process of mutation and breeding it now produces white, orange, red and purple seeds. The seeds are coated with saponin a bitter baste waxy outer layer covering. But this can be washed with running water and will not affect the taste of the food when cooked.

It is recommended though that you purchase Organic Quinoa since it is free of chemicals from pesticides and artificial fertilizers. Based on the research done by US Department of Agriculture, quinoa contains the following nutritional values.

This is based on a serving size which is ¼ cup or 43g:

• Calories 160
• Calories from fat 20
• Total Fat 2.5g 4%
• Sodium 10mg 0%
• Total Carbohydrate 30%
• Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
• Sugars 0 g
• Protein 6g
• Calcium 2%
• Iron 20%

Organic Quinoa has been used thousand years by warriors of the West Andes in South America. It has a high content of lysine, an essential amino-acid that aids in maintaining a healthy and well-balanced life. Amino acid are the building blocks of protein. Lysine could not be manufactured by the body so it has to be taken fruits, grains and vegetables. Lysine also helps in absorbing calcium for strengthening the skeletal system.

Vitamins A, E and B are needed by the human system to keep you glowing and going every day. The Organic Quinoa is rich in these vitamins and with proper diet and exercise you will achieve that healthy glowing look and younger feeling each day.

The seed of the Organic Quinoa is a good replacement of flaxseed and psyllium. It is also rich in fiber which is good for cleansing the body of toxic substances and also aids in regulating bowel movements. Protein on the other hand boosts resistance and the immune system. Organic Quinoa is also a good replacement for rice. In fact, it is recommended to have more in take Organic Quinoa than the regular rice since it contains more vitamins and minerals than any other cereals.

Organic Quinoa is easy to cook. The Organic Seed after being washed can be cooked the same way as we cook rice. The leaves can be made into salad and mixed with apple and some raisins. You can be more creative and create desserts out from the Organic Quinoa. In some health stores they offer Quinoa tarts, Quinoa Pies and much more. The Organic Quinoa is such a delicious and highly nutritious food even kids cannot resist eating it.

Fortunately, the Organic Quinoa is already so popular you will not have a hard time looking and purchasing them. For online orders, you can visit the following websites:

whitemountainfarm.com
buyorganic.com.au
nutsonline.com
bobsredmill.com
igourmet.com

There are so many stores online where you can get your Organic Quinoa. The listings above are just a few of those. It is best to visit their websites so you can get ideas and recipes on how to make your Organic Quinoa appetizing.

For people who has no time in doing the shopping online and wants to see the real thing before purchasing it, the Organic Quinoa now is available in many supermarkets worldwide. You just have to check their Health Food Section. But to name a few try Save-On-Foods, Costco and Fortino.