Amaranth is one of the most valuable health foods that you may have never heard of. This is one reason why amaranth is emerging into the forefront among grains because of its remarkable nutrition. It’s higher in minerals, such as calcium, iron, phosphorous, and carotenoids, than most vegetables.

Amaranth contains a higher protein concentration than almost any other grain on the market, making it such a valuable food source for so many cultures. Protein is essential for growth and the creation of new cells and tissues, as well as for more immediate energy needs and metabolic functionality. There has been new research revealing that amaranth also contains a certain peptide that has also been identified in soybeans that can reduce inflammation in the body and even prevent the activity of free radicals that can cause healthy cells to mutate into cancerous cells. This anti-inflammatory molecule can also help to alleviate conditions like arthritis, gout, and other inflammation-related issues. There are very few leafy vegetables that contain higher levels of calcium, making amaranth a veritable superfood in terms of boosting bone strength and preventing osteoporosis.

Amaranth is high in fiber content which helps to balance cholesterol in the body by eliminating “bad” cholesterol from the cardiovascular system. Furthermore, amaranth contains a huge amount of vitamin K, which is a well known booster for heart health. Finally, the potassium content in amaranth helps to lower blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels and reducing the strain on the cardiovascular system, thereby lowering the chances of developing atherosclerosis. The high content of phytosterols found in amaranth also contribute to a reduction in “bad” cholesterol.

Amaranth also helps with Varicose Veins, Vision Health, Birth Defects, Weight Loss and hair health, I will post a link in the description for the article.

A Word of Warning: Like some other green leafy vegetables, amaranth leaves do contain moderate levels of oxalates. For that reason, if you suffer from kidney stones or gallstones, amaranth could exacerbate these conditions. Allergies to amaranth are rare, but they do occasionally occur. The allergic reaction will often occur within minutes, but it is rarely severe. Be sure to consult a medical professional before adding amaranth into your diet and consider undergoing an allergy panel to be sure.

How to incorporate this Superfood into your Diet:

Try adding amaranth flour to whole grain bread recipes by replacing wheat flour by 30% with amaranth flour for a boost of nutrition. I have even added the seeds themselves and it gives the bread a nice nutty crunch.

Added cooked Amaranth to any salad or soup, I recently made a corn chowder with Amaranth and it was delicious and nutritious.

Or simply eat the seed as a snack, amaranth can have a light, nutty -crunchy texture and flavor. Enjoy!

Link to Article: https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/vegetable/amaranth.html

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