Could Quinoa Help You Live Longer?

December 29, 2022Jon Bender Anti Aging quinoa superfood whole grains

Tastes Great and There are So Many Health Benefits from this Ancient Grain!

Quinoa is a natural anti-inflammatory and gluten free food!

It’s also very rich in iron, calcium, copper, and potassium. Many believe it could even help prevent type 2 diabetes, childhood asthma, heart diseases, gallstones and migraines.

By: Jon Bender

But the best part is quinoa actually TASTES GREAT!

Let’s unpack some of the many health benefits below…

Most grains contain gluten and are very high on the glycemic index. Thus, major premature aging factors! So, substituting with this amazingly healthy, great tasting grain will make a big difference in how you look and feel!

Potential Health Benefits of Eating Quinoa:

Great source of insoluble fiber for digestion and also known to help prevent gallstones, especially in women.
Very low content of saturated fats and cholesterol, making it an ideal food for every health conscious consumer.
High content of manganese, which acts as a powerful antioxidant in the body. Some believe manganese helps kill cancer cells!
Good source of magnesium. This helps provide relief from migraine headaches, relaxes blood vessels, and decreases the risk of hypertension.
Perfect source of fiber which is important for a healthy colon.
Has riboflavin which reduces the frequency of migraine attacks… because it produces energy metabolism within the brain and muscle cells.
Great source of potassium needed for proper cardiovascular function.
Great source of calcium, which is important for healthy teeth and bones.
Gluten free so it’s great for people who are allergic to wheat or that have Celiac disease.
Efficient fuel for energy production in the body.
High copper content is great for helping to metabolize glucose.
Helps produce the skin coloring agent melanin and assists in the formation of hemoglobin.
Great source of protein especially for vegetarians.

Lignans Like Those Found In Quinoa are Powerful Defenders Against Heart Disease!

A phytonutrient found abundantly in quinoa and certain other grains are plant lignans. These convert by friendly flora in our intestines into mammalian lignans. Including, one called enterolactone.

It protects against breast and other hormone-dependent cancers as well as heart disease. For example, blood levels of enterolactone were measured in over 800 postmenopausal women. This was done in a Danish study published in the Journal of Nutrition.

Thus, women eating the most whole grains were found to have significantly higher blood levels of this protective lignan.

The Potential To Substantially Help Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Quinoa is loaded with magnesium. This is a mineral that acts as a cofactor for more than 300 different enzymes. Including those involved in the body’s regulations of glucose and insulin secretion.

Research suggests that regular consumption of whole grains like quinoa helps reduce risk of type 2 diabetes. (van Dam RM, Hu FB, Diabetes Care).

Trial Confirmed The Health Benefits of Quinoa

An 8-year trial was performed involving 41,186 participants of the Black Women’s Health Study. Thus, research data confirmed inverse associations between magnesium, calcium and major food sources in relation to type 2 diabetes. Unlike, reported in predominantly white populations.

Risk of type 2 diabetes was 31% lower in black women who frequently ate whole grains similar to quinoa. This is compared to those eating the least of these magnesium-rich foods. Also, women’s dietary intake of magnesium is very beneficial.

Therefore, less than 19% reduction in risk of type 2 diabetes was found. Thus, indicating that whole grains like quinoa offer special benefits in promoting healthy blood sugar control.

Offers Health-Promoting Activity Equal to or Even Higher Than That of Vegetables and Fruits

Research reported at the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) International Conference on Food, Nutrition and Cancer, by Rui Hai Liu, M.D., Ph.D., and his colleagues at Cornell University. Thus, it showed that whole grains, such as quinoa, contain many powerful phytonutrients…

Most importantly, these possess disease fighting and antioxidant activity that have gone unrecognized until recently because research methods had previously overlooked them.

Quinoa Description

Many think of quinoa as a grain. But, it’s actually a seed that comes from a plant named Chenopodium which is a member of the spinach, chard and beets family. Also, these healthy seeds are rich in amino acids and are highly nutritious and incredibly delicious.

When cooked quinoa seeds are fluffy and creamy but also have a slight crunchy texture and nutty flavor. There are several types of quinoa and the most popular type is the yellow color. Other varieties come in colors such as orange, pink, red, purple or black.

A Great Substitute For Less Healthy Grains

Try substituting quinoa for rice, pasta or bread whenever possible. You can spice it up as you would any other dish.

We believe this one step could quickly make a major difference in your energy levels. And most importantly, how you look and feel!

Quinoa is conveniently found at most grocery stores and Health Food Outlets.

Quinoa, A Legitimate “Guilt Free” Meal Option

Here’s a quick, easy to prepare and highly nutritious meal option that you can make in minutes using quinoa:

Scramble two eggs, preferably in coconut or sesame oil.
Chop up the eggs and mix them in a bowl of Quinoa.
Include several tablespoons (or more depending on your taste preference) of your favorite salsa and serve.
Organic Ketchup and Tabasco also work well.
Yummy!