Quinoa is Perfect Grain Substitute

Quinoa is Perfect Grain Substitute

By Tony Isaacs
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(Health Secrets Newsletter) Whole grains have been praised for their many health benefits, however many people who are gluten intolerant have found their whole grain choices limited. Quinoa (pronounced "keen-wah") is an increasingly popular gluten free grain-like vegetable that offers the same benefits as whole grains and then some.

Quinoa is a species of goosefoot (Chenopodium) and is grown primarily for its edible seeds, which have a mild, nutty flavor. Though the seeds are grain-like, quinoa is not a true grain or cereal and it is actually closely related to beets, spinach and chard.

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