quinoa

The benefits of quinoa, gluten-free grain that’s gone from trendy superfood to diet staple

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The benefits of quinoa, gluten-free grain that’s gone from trendy superfood to diet staple

It only took about 7,000 years, but quinoa has finally arrived in the mainstream. Better late than never for the ancient whole grain first cultivated in the Andes region of South America. The nutritional powerhouse packs protein and carbohydrates – two essential macronutrients the body needs in large amounts. In the 2010s, quinoa started to … Read more

Rice, rice, maybe? Asia’s middle class seek out low-carb alternatives

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Rice, rice, maybe? Asia’s middle class seek out low-carb alternatives

Moreover, it is increasingly easy to get his hands on healthier options now compared to 10 years ago, when he first started his fitness journey. ‘We’re on our own’: Asian rice farmers brace for El Nino’s wrath as crops wither Mao’s transition is reflective of a wider shift towards healthier living and eating habits, which … Read more