Organic Amaranth 500g Bio Planet

The beneficial properties of amaranth, whose name means “immortal,” were known to ancient tribes, as well as to the Slavs and indigenous peoples of America. The Aztecs, along with the Incas, considered it their bread and cultivated it for no less than 8,000 years. The ancient Aztecs used amaranth to feed newborn babies, warriors carried amaranth grains on difficult campaigns and used it as a source of strength and health. In ancient China and India, amaranth was used to treat royal nobility. In ancient Chinese medicine, amaranth was used as an anti-aging agent. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization recognized amaranth as a culture of the 21st century. In terms of the composition of beneficial substances, amaranth is equal to human milk. Amaranth contains unsaturated fatty acids, calcium, potassium, and iron. This plant has a very high level of lysine, an amino acid that is necessary for growth, tissue regeneration, hormone production, and enzymes. Amaranth protein is deservedly considered dietary. This plant is used in baby food products. Amaranth grains contain a record amount of protein compared to other cereals - 14-16%, and in terms of iron, potassium, and copper, they are many times higher than wheat. Amaranth contains a unique and very rare compound - squalene (a record 8% in the composition when oil is squeezed from grains), it is also contained in shark liver, which is necessary for normal metabolic processes. Squalene is often referred to as the “oxygen vitamin” due to its ability to release oxygen, and a lack of oxygen in the body leads to premature aging and the development of tumors. Squalene fights cancer cells, lowers cholesterol levels, maintains youth, boosts immunity, regulates heart and hormone function, and also removes toxins. The required amount of squalene in the body promotes cell rejuvenation and fights free radicals. Squalene stimulates the immune system, which protects the body from infections and viruses. Organic amaranth is rich in useful and important minerals, antioxidants and B vitamins, which contribute to the normal functioning of the nervous system, vitamin C helps us get rid of colds, vitamin E traps free radicals and maintains youthful skin. Also, the unique composition of amaranth includes quite a bit of plant fiber, so it is useful for the stomach. The freshly sprouted seeds of this plant are especially useful, the consumption of which is recommended for oncological pathologies. COMPONENTS amaranth * 100% (* certified organic ingredient) DESCRIPTION Ecological amaranth is one of the oldest and most nutritious plants (pseudocereals) grown in the world. Perfect for morning porridge, baking bread, cakes, soups and cereal dishes. A METHOD OF PREPARING Boil the grain of amaranth, previously rinsed on a fine sieve, in a ratio of 1: 2 (1 portion of amaranth for 2 portions of water) for about 20 minutes. NUTRITION VALUE PER 100 g Energy value – 1692 kJ / 401 kcal Fat – 6.5 g including saturated fatty acids – 1.5 g Carbohydrates – 66 g including sugars – 1.7 g Protein – 15 g Salt – 0 g RECOMMENDED STORAGE CONDITIONS Store in a dry, cool place.