Tukham Kanocha - Hajarmani - Phyllanthus Maderaspatensis

Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) has just lately gained popularity in the United States, but aboriginal peoples in South America's Andes Mountains have been cultivating it for over 5,000 years. Quinoa flakes are flattened quinoa grains that retain all of the benefits of quinoa but cook faster.

Quinoa, which has more protein than any other grain, is so nutritious that NASA has used it to feed astronauts on long- term space missions.

Advantages for Health

Quinoa, unlike most plant-based foods, is a complete protein, which means it includes all of the essential amino acids.
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins that make up your muscles, bones, skin, and blood.
The nine "essential" nutrients must be taken from food on a daily basis because your body cannot make or store them, and quinoa supplies all nine.

Disease Prevention

The USDA recommends that at least half of your cereals be whole grains like quinoa. Refined grains have been stripped of the majority of the fibre, iron, and vitamins found in whole grains. Consuming whole grains can help lessen your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

Digestive Wellness

Quinoa is an excellent source of fibre. Fiber can help prevent or treat constipation and may reduce your chance of developing intestinal cancer. It also makes you feel fuller for longer, which may aid in weight loss.

Cardiovascular Health

Maintaining a healthy weight is essential for cardiovascular health. Quinoa's fibre can also aid with cholesterol and blood sugar levels, thus lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease. Quinoa is high in antioxidants, which help protect your heart and other organs from damage. A high-antioxidant diet has been related to a lower risk of heart disease.

Nutrition

Quinoa and quinoa flakes are also high in:

Folate, Iron, Thiamine, Copper, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Zinc