The ancient seed of quinoa is so versatile and such an important source of nutrients that it is known as the “gold” of the Incas. It is known to increase stamina, a useful aid in days gone by when “warriors” needed every advantage they could get when their “people” were under attack.

However, such is the structure of Quinoa, it has the benefit of being a natural and complete protein. This means that it has all the amino acids like lysine acid, which is very important for the repair and growth of body tissues. As shown below, it is known to be beneficial to the body in a number of ways – nature’s natural remedy.

migraines and hypertension

Riboflavin and magnesium are quinoa’s natural aids for severe headaches. They are known to help relax blood vessels, reducing constriction and relieving tension. Basically, they help the body to function better, which in turn relieves the stress the body experiences when circumstances cause it to work too hard. While no one claims it makes headaches go away, it can help and has been known to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks.

childhood asthma

Many allergies are related to grass seeds, but quinoa is not a grass. It is a plant but it is not known to cause severe allergic reactions in people. Asthma is the result of breathing difficulties that are made worse by stress. It is known to have triggers and there is often a family history of asthma. It is known to have worsened over the years, and many experts point out that our modern living conditions make it more common. While not all asthma attacks are caused by allergies that may or may not be avoidable, quinoa is known to help reduce stress on the body and help keep the airways open. It is recommended that children with asthma eat a whole foods diet. Many of the nutrients we need are in Quinoa, such as Magnesium, which naturally helps reduce spasms in the bronchial tubes. We know that many people with asthma are deficient in B vitamins, minerals like magnesium, zinc, and iron, all of which can be found in quinoa. Why not check out some of the recipes and see which ones are easiest to fit into your child’s diet?

gallstones

This is another surprising area where quinoa is known to be helpful. It may not get rid of gallstones, but it can help protect it from developing. In fact, this is another case where a healthy diet rich in fiber can aid in the digestion of food. Since it is a soluble fiber, it speeds through the intestines and reduces the need for increased bile production. Too much bile production helps to develop gallstones, so this is another natural remedy for our body.

Type 2 diabetes

Quinoa is rich in magnesium, which is an essential mineral in the body’s ability to deal with glucose and insulin. Once again, there is evidence that quinoa, as part of a whole food diet, aids in the digestion of food. It is also known to increase insulin sensitivity while lowering triglycerides (blood fats that should be kept low in diabetics).

heart disease

Quinoa is known to prevent clogged arteries and veins, which in turn helps relieve stress on the heart. Quinoa fat is good because it is low in cholesterol and can help reduce blood pressure thanks to the presence of potassium and magnesium. In other words, it’s a good source of protein without the drawbacks of excess saturated fat and cholesterol.

pregnant moms

Quinoa is known to be an endurance food that gives energy. It is also known to be a good source of iron, which pregnant mothers are always advised to increase in their diet. It is good for tissue repair and the development of teeth and bones. Along with the other benefits of quinoa, it’s a useful source of goodness that babies-in-the-making will demand in abundance as they grow. It is also good for moms when they are feeding as it will improve the milk quality of newborns.

waterfalls

Quinoa is believed to help prevent cataracts and may help people with this condition. Studies have shown that people who take in around 99 grams of protein were only half as likely to develop nuclear cataracts (light is difficult to pass through the center of the eye), while those with the highest amount of polyunsaturated fat, around 17 grams a day, were 30 percent as likely not to develop problems with the outer lens (cortical cataracts).

Today, we are looking more and more at natural foods. We all know the benefits of fiber in our diet but until recently we had forgotten about Quinoa.