Considering that NASA includes in the diets of its astronauts meals with quinoa as a central element, we can begin to think that its fame as a superfood is not gratuitous or the product of a temporary fad. It is clear that a long space trip requires large doses of energy and
quinoa is there
to meet the nutritional needs of astronauts.
Well, assuming that we are not astronauts (at least we are!). If you, dear reader, are, we would love to know J), we are going to give you
powerful reasons to include quinoa in your diet because, we are not going to deny it, there are weeks so exhausting that they could well resemble a space expedition.
What are the benefits of quinoa?
First of all, let us give you a fact: quinoa is not a fad. Its cultivation dates back centuries and its origin is located in Bolivia and Peru where, over the years, they have incorporated this pseudocereal in their daily dishes. The Andeans know it as the
"golden grain" and the UN named it "Best Food of the Year" in 2013. With this letter of introduction, we should not consider quinoa as a marketing product but as a pseudocereal capable of providing us with many properties.
Quinoa is not a cereal per se. It does not belong to the grass family like wheat or oats. However, its high starch content and the use made of this grain has earned it the name of pseudocereal.
Quinoa is a
powerful source of vitamins A, C, D and E. Its
mineral content is also important: iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium, calcium and phosphorus. Thus, quinoa is the only food of vegetable origin that contains all the amino acids and vitamins essential for the body.
It is likely that in your environment there is someone with celiac disease, recommend them to try quinoa, it
does not contain gluten and is totally suitable for their diet.
Quinoa is also a rich source of
omega 6 and omega 3 acids.
If, like us, you are one of those who enjoy an active life and practice sports, you should know that quinoa is
high in protein and carbohydrates and low in fat.
In addition, thanks to one of its amino acids, phenylalanine, quinoa will help you
reduce stress, muscle pain and migraines.
As you can see, quinoa is one of those foods that should not be missing from your table. And maybe you are wondering how the hell you include it in your regular dishes. Well, that's what we're here for, to give you a super tasty and healthy recipe that combines all the properties of quinoa with the benefits of our handmade granola. Take note: lemon yogurt, blueberries,
La Newyorkina granola, quinoa and a pinch of
ginger.
An explosion of health, flavor and, above all... good vibes!
