More than ten years ago, supporters of a healthy diet paid attention to such an ancient crop as quinoa. There are many reasons. The product is not only nutritious, but is also high in phosphorus, zinc, calcium, iron and vitamin B9 (folic acid).
It is noted that vitamin B9 is “necessary for the processes of formation, development and maturation of blood cells.” Healthy-food.rf writes about this. Doctors also highlight the valuable fiber in quinoa, which helps eliminate toxins from the body.
Some experts even consider quinoa dishes to be ideal for breakfast. You can combine this culture with yogurt, fruits (including dried ones) and also with peanut butter.
As a side dish, quinoa pairs well with chicken or turkey.
By the way, there is also a product familiar to Russians, which, in terms of coarse fiber and protein content, is completely equivalent to quinoa. We are talking about buckwheat. “The best national analogue of quinoa is buckwheat,” experts emphasize.
However, they add that buckwheat loses the amount of folic acid: 3% compared to 10% in quinoa. However, folic acid can be obtained from fresh vegetables, which can be easily added to the same porridge.
Meanwhile, researchers led by scientists from Jilin University in China found that bioactive compounds in quinoa have a positive effect on intestinal microflora and help maintain normal functioning of the cardiovascular system. The results of the study were published in the scientific journal Frontiers in Nutrition.
Previously, the endocrinologist of the Moscow State University Clinic, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Zukhra Pavlova, named “healthy” and “dietary” foods in the daily diet that should be limited. Instant cereals and muesli, according to the doctor, are not healthy options for breakfast. The former contain a lot of sugar, flavor enhancers and other harmful additives. Muesli is “more of a dessert and not the healthiest.” Store-bought product contains a lot of fat. It is also possible to add sugar.
“If possible, make your own muesli,” recommended Zukhra Pavlova.
