Professional Faqs: Is Quinoa Healthy To Eat?
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Expert opinion from Melinda De Ridder
Registered Dietitian · 4 years of experience · South Africa
Yes, according to studies, quinoa’s nutritional content is higher than those of other grains and can contribute greatly to human health and wellness. Quinoa is rich in fiber, protein, lipids, vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, as well as health-beneficial phytochemicals. It is reported that quinoa has great effects on gastrointestinal, metabolic, and cardiovascular health. Unfortunately, quinoa is not widely consumed, regardless of its amazing health benefits.
Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen
PhD in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil
Quinoa is a healthy eating option, it has essential amino acids that help in muscle health, it has antioxidants that strengthen the immune system, it contains fibers that help in intestinal functioning, it is a source of iron helping to prevent anemia, and it is a source of omegas 3 and 6 which has many health benefits including cognitive ability and cholesterol reduction.
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Expert opinion from Christos Sittas
MSc in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences · 3 years of experience · UK
Quinoa is a very healthy pseudocereal that is rich in protein, iron, fibre, antioxidants, folate, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. Moreover, it seems to improve blood lipid profile and to have a prebiotic effect.
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