- Few people know it, but the ground provides a subtle electric signal that maintains health
- We don’t all have the ability to sing out over a racing train, but we do have the power
- In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities:
- It is nutrient-rich food the places a sparkle in the eye, luster in the hair,
- The desire that guides me in all I do is the desire to harness the forces of nature
- To be free from pain through an injection or a pill has nothing to do with
- We live and boast of what we own; We die . . . and only get a stone.
- The superior doctor prevents sickness; The mediocre doctor attends to impending sickness;
- Constipated despite a real food diet, detox, exercise, water (and more)?
- A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools.
Quinoa Versus Pasta
Unlike starchy carbs, quinoa gives energy instead of take it. It doesn’t cause a drop in sugar or even a Muffin Top. It’s a great source of fat and protein. This being especially important for vegetarians like me. Which is the very reason I began eating (long before prices jumped).
Still not convinced? This 14-year study gives many reasons why quinoa will do your brain and body good.
“Eating a bowl of quinoa a day may lower your risk of premature death from diseases like cancer, heart disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes by 17 percent.” ~Harvard School of Public Health~
While brain health isn’t exactly mentioned in that quote, just know, that Alzheimer’s has been referred to as Type 3 Diabetes.
And while eaten in place of carbs, quinoa is a source of fiber. Meaning, it won’t slow your metabolism like typical white bread or pasta (simple carbs). It also won’t stick to your innards causing that mucoid plaque, which = dis-ease. DISCLAIMER… any food can stick. But a poor diet and a body in dire need of detox make it worse. White carbs (breads and pastas) are like paper mache in your gut. And while quinoa isn’t exactly referred to as a carb, they (quinoa are seeds) do contain. Carbohydrates by the way come in 3 forms. Those being sugar, starch and fiber.
carbs in quinoa
With the above being just the tip of the ice berg. Other benefits include:
“Rich in phytonutrients, including antioxidants like ferulic, coumaric, hydroxybenzoic, and vanillic acid. Quinoa also contains the antioxidants quercetin and kaempferol, in concentrations that rival those found in berries like cranberries.” ~Dr. Mercola~
These, further helping to reduce inflammation. A horrible condition responsible for pain, aging and yes. Alzheimer’s.
Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner?
Best part about these delicious seeds is… They can be eaten any time of day. They’re also available in more than seed form these days. And can be bought in bulk. Some stores sell them in flake, flour and a variety of pasta shaped noodles. Of course quinoa infused drinks is a whole other topic.
Aside from a hot bowl of buttered garlicky quinoa, one of my favorite ways to use leftovers is to add them to my smoothies.
A definite, 2 thumbs UP, top notch, get in shape “grain” with bragging rights!
“One of the shortcomings overcome by quinoa involves its protein content. Most grains are considered to be inadequate as total protein sources because they lack adequate amounts of the amino acids lysine and isoleucine. The relatively low level of both lysine and isoleucine in the protein of grains is what causes these amino acids to be considered as the limiting amino acids (LAAs) in grains. In other words, these LAAs prevent grains from serving as complete protein sources in our diet. By contrast, quinoa has significantly greater amounts of both lysine and isoleucine (especially lysine), and these greater amounts of lysine and isoleucine allow the protein in quinoa to serve as a complete protein source.” ~WHFoods.com~
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