Here are impressive health benefits of quinoa


1. Very Nutritious.
2. Very High in Fiber, Much Higher Than Most Grains.
3. Gluten-Free and Perfect for People With Gluten Intolerance.
4. Very High in Protein, With All the Essential Amino Acids.
5. Has a Low Glycemic Index, Which is Good for Blood Sugar Control.
6. High in Important Minerals Like Iron and Magnesium.
7. Has Beneficial Effects on Metabolic Health.
8. Very High in Antioxidants.

Quinoa Cooked Nutrition Fact (One ounce=28 gm)

Calories 34

Macronutrients

gm % daily value
Protein 1.9 3%
Fat 0.5 1%
Saturated Fat 0.1 0%
Carbohydrates 6 2%
Dietry Fibre 0.8 3%
Sugar 0.3

Micronutrients

mcg/mg % daily value
Sodium 2 mg 0%
Calcium 4.82 mg 0%
Iron 0.42 mg 2%
Potassium 49 mg 1%

The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contribute to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.