Organic Quinoa

Organic Quinoa Organically grown only in the Andean Mountains, Quinoa is called a Supergrain because of its excellent nutritional qualities. It contains far more protein than any other grain and also has a much higher biological quality (BQ) of protein. This quality is defined by the level of presence of the various amino acids that allow the body to transform the proteins you eat, into proteins it can actually use. Eggs have the highest BQ at 95, so out of every 100gr of protein you consume 95gr are actually absorbed and utilized by your organisms. At 75, Quinoa scores considerably higher than meat (60), milk (72), wheat (60) and corn (44). Quinoa has such excellent BQ of protein because it contains the entire range of amino acids, and in the right proportions. Wheat, Corn and barley have a more limited range of amino acids, in less usable proportions.Besides excellent protein, Quinoa has other major benefits. It is very low on fat, and much richer in iron, calcium, phosphor, fiber and Vitamin E than any other grain. Vitamins in the B Group are also very well represented.Last but not least, Quinoa is GLUTEN FREE contrary to virtually all known grains and as such can be safely consumed by people with gluten intolerance. (celiac disease).

Besides excellent protein, Quinoa has other major benefits.