Health Series #29: QUINOA

It is natural to become physically weaker as one ages. However, it is possible to stay younger and healthier than your physical age by what you eat at your table every day. More and more medical research and studies have shown the medicinal properties and benefits of herbs and healthy diet.

As of the year of 2024, we have been looking into a variety of herbs one by one, their nutrition facts, and healthy diet so that we are able to lead a life with more aplomb even if we happen to deviate from the optimal state of health.

 

# 29. QUINOA

 

Today, let’s focus on one of the world’s most popular “superfood” or a “super grain” called QUINOA. First of all, can you pronounce it the right way? It should be pronounced as /KEEN-wah/ or /ke-NO-ah/

 

Quinoa is a flowering plant that belongs to the amaranth family. It is an annual plant that is grown for its edible 1. s___________. So, when we refer to the benefits of quinoa, the 2. s____________ are what we refer to and generally use, which are 3. ________________-free. The composition of quinoa is similar to wheat or rice when cooked.

It is an excellent source of 4. pro___________________ (a complete source, as it contains all the nine essential amino acids). It also contains a good amount of fiber and minerals.

When it comes to its benefits, quinoa aids in 5. dig_______________, promotes weight loss, and slows down signs of a_______ 6. Skin.

Anyone can consume quinoa except people with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), 7. grain all_______, and 8. kidney________________.

Wanna know how Often we can consume quinoa? You can eat 1 to 2 cups of cooked quinoa daily.

 

However, there’s one thing you need to be cautious of when consuming quinoa. Overconsumption may cause 9. bl________________, gas, and intestinal damage.

 

Answer Keys

    1.  seeds

    2.  seeds

    3.  gluten

    4.  protein

    5.  digestion

    6.  aging

    7.  allergy

    8.  stone 

    9. bloating

      (*source from stylecraze)

 

 

Acrostic poem using QUINOA by Jean J. Lee

Queen in your grain pantry

Unbeatably exotic taste

Ideal bowl of nutrition-packed breakfast

Nerdy but natty athletes’ loving source of energy

Opulent feasts should have a place for this grain

Accomplish your healthy goal by adding quinoa to your meal prep!

 

 

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