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Have You Tried The Highly Nutritious Amaranth? Here's How To Add It To Your Diet 

Are you looking for ways to eat something nutritious? Spruce up your breakfast with amaranth with these easy recipes suggested by Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal.

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Written By: Arushi Bidhuri | Updated : August 12, 2021 12:07 PM IST

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Whole grains are always considered a good choice to add to your diet. They are highly nutritious and better for your health. They are a crucial part of any healthy diet and can benefit you in more ways than one. If you haven't incorporated any whole grain in your diet, here is one suggestion to try Amaranth. There is no better time to include this food in your diet than monsoon. It is best to eat immunity-boosting food during this season.

This versatile and nutritious grain was once considered a staple food in Inca, Maya and Aztec civilizations. Explaining the many benefits of amaranth, nutritionist Nmami Agarwal took to her Instagram to share all about this nutritious food.

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Health Benefits Of Amaranth

Amaranth is an Indian superfood, some varieties of which are considered green leafy vegetables. Because of the high quantities of proteins, vitamins, and vital minerals in the seeds of this plant, indigenous civilizations have ingested them for thousands of years. The seeds and leaves of the Amaranth plant are both recognised to be beneficial to your health. Ms Agarwal shared, "Amaranth is a power-house of nutrition. It is packed with protein, antioxidants, iron, vitamins A, B, and C as well as calcium." Here are the health benefits:

  • According to one test-tube study published in the Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, amaranth can help reduce inflammation.
  • It may help reduce levels of total or bad "LDL cholesterol, as per a study published in the International Journal For Vitamin And Nutrition Research.
  • Since amaranth is rich in protein and fibre, studies have shown that it can curb hunger and help those trying to lose weight.
  • Amaranth is a gluten-free, nutritious grain that can be added to the diet of people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
  • It is high in antioxidants, which may help protect against diseases like heart disease and cancer.
  • Contains phytonutrients that help lower blood pressure.

Ways To Add Amaranth To Your Diet

In the video, Nmami listed four easy and simple ways to add this highly nutritious grain to your diet:

  1. Amaranth Porridge: Spruce up your morning meal with this nutritious and substantial breakfast option. To increase the nutritional value, include some veggies.
  2. Amaranth Cutlets: Serve with your tea or coffee for a tasty and healthy snack. Air fry the cutlets instead of deep-frying them in oil.
  3. Amaranth Pancakes: According to Nmami, pancakes cooked with amaranth flour batter are a healthy alternative for kids, especially when it comes to satisfying their hunger.
  4. Amaranth Salad: This nutrient-dense salad, created with walnuts, almonds, and a variety of veggies and amaranth, is the most effective method to stave off hunger.

Note: Do consult a professional nutritionist before making any dietary changes in your diet.

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Arushi Bidhuri

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