QUINOA SALAD WITH MINT, ALMONDS, AND CRANBERRIES
Healthy food recipes are an obsession of mine (among many others, of course). I'm trying to cut down my weight and have a healthy lifestyle with my family. I want them to be healthy, happy, and have a longer life. I can achieve that by preparing healthy cooking recipes, examples of which are quinoa recipes.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF QUINOA
1. Quinoa is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat. It is a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids.
2. Quinoa contains almost twice as much fiber as most other grains. Fiber is most widely known to relieve constipation. It also helps to prevent heart disease by reducing high blood pressure and diabetes. Fiber lowers cholesterol and glucose levels, may lower your risk of developing hemorrhoids and may help you to lose weight as it takes a longer time to chew than does other foods because it makes you feel fuller for longer and is less “energy dense� which means it has fewer calories for the same volume of food. 3. Quinoa contains Iron. Iron helps keep our red blood cells healthy and is the basis of hemoglobin formation. Iron carries oxygen from one cell to another and supplies oxygen to our muscles to aid in their contraction. Iron also increases brain function because the brain takes in about 20% of our blood oxygen. There are many benefits of iron some more of which include neurotransmitter synthesis, regulation of body temperature, aids enzyme activity and energy metabolism.
4. Quinoa contains lysine. Lysine is mainly essential for tissue growth and repair. 5. Quinoa is rich in magnesium. Magnesium helps to relax blood vessels and thereby to alleviate migraines. Magnesium also may reduce Type 2 diabetes by promoting healthy blood sugar control. Other health benefits of magnesium include transmission of nerve impulses, body temperature regulation, detoxification, energy production, and the formation of healthy bones and teeth. 6. Quinoa is high in Riboflavin (B2). B2 improves energy metabolism within brain and muscle cells and is known to help create proper energy production in cells. 7. Quinoa has a high content of manganese. Manganese is an antioxidant, which helps to prevent damage of mitochondria during energy production as well as to protect red blood cells and other cells from injury by free radicals.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF MINT LEAVES
1. Digestive System Mint leaves are healthy entrees. Why? Because mint condition capable of calming the stomach. The aroma of mint activates the saliva glands and the glands that produce digestive enzymes. As a result, our digestion becomes fluent. To get the properties of mint, pour warm water into the glass along with a few leaves of fresh mint. Take a few moments and enjoy mint tea to cope with stomach pain and indigestion. 2. Nausea and headaches A refreshing mint scent is a powerful medicine to treat nausea. Smell the aroma of mint oil or fresh mint leaves so nausea is reduced. When applied topically, headaches will also be reduced. 3. Respiratory disorders The aroma of fresh mint is very effective relief of respiratory congestion by opening up the nose, throat, and lungs. Mint can also help to overcome cough.
4. Asthma The use of mint on a regular basis can help people with asthma because it can provide relaxation and help relieve breathing. 5. Skin care Mint juice is great when used as a face mask. In addition to the skin, infections, rashes, and acne can also be resolved. Mint can also cope with mosquito bites. 6. Oral health This is of course widely known benefits of mint leaves. Because the ability to override the germs and inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria in the mouth, it's no wonder the mouth and breath we'll always fresh if routine use. 7. Cancer According to recent research, some of the enzymes contained in the mint leaves can help fight cancer cells. 8. Relieves muscle pain You can also take advantage of the warm mint to freshen up your leg muscles.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF ALMONDS
1. They reduce heart attack risk. 2. They lower „badâ€&#x; cholesterol.
3. They protects artery walls from damage. 4. Almonds help build strong bones and teeth. 5. They provide healthy fats and aid in weight loss: 6. Almonds lower the rise in blood sugar and insulin after meals. 7. They help provide good brain function. 8. They nourish the nervous system.
9. They alkalize the body.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF CRANBERRIES
1.Treats Urinary Tract Infections 2.Fights Cancers 3.Fights Heart Disease 4.Helps Kidney and Bladder Problems
5.Prevents Dental Problems 6.Promotes Weight Loss 7.Anti-Aging Properties 8.Improves Mental Health 9.Strengthens the Immune System 10.
Relieves Skin Conditions
QUINOA SALAD WITH MINT, ALMONDS, AND CRANBERRIES RECIPE
Ingredients:
chicken broth
Preparation Instruction: 1. Boil quinoa in chicken broth.
quinoa
olive oil
mint leaves
simmering and stir in olive oil. Set
unsalted almonds
aside to cool
dried cranberries
kale
carrots
almonds, mint, cranberries, carrots,
celery
kale, scallions, tomatoes, celery, and
scallion
tomatoes
lemon juice
salt
black pepper
2. Bring the heat down until it
3. Mix in your remaining ingredients –
lemon juice. For additional taste, mix in a dash of salt and some pepper.