Tuesday 10 May 2011

Weight-loss foods (Quinoa)

Tabouli-style quinoa salad (© Riou/agefotostock)



This ancient civilization thought of their quinoa crops as sacred, referring to quinoa as “the mother of all grains.” Centuries later, the grain (what does it look like?) continues to be praised for its nutritious value. Very rich in protein and fiber (here’s how much) quinoa is an ideal way of satiating hunger without loading up on calories.

here’s how much


Nutritional information for quinoa
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quinoa | amount | 1 cup | Nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Nutrition Facts Serv. Size 1 cup (185 g) Calories 222 Calories From Fat 32 ^*Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2000 calorie diet | Amount Per Serving | % DV^* Total Fat 4 g | 5% Sat. Fat | Trans Fat | Cholesterol 0 g | 0% Sodium 13 mg | 1% Calcium 3% | * | Iron 15% | Amount Per Serving | % DV^* Total Carb. 39 g | 13% Fiber 5 g | 21% Sugars | Protein 8 g | 16% | * | Vit. E 6% | * | Thiamin 13%

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