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Amaranth Facts:
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Cup - Cooked
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g
6%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 15mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate 46g
15%
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%
Sugars 0g
Protein 9g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
12%
Iron
29%
Vitamin E
2%
Thiamin
2%
Riboflavin
3%
Niacin
3%
Vitamin B6
14%
Folate
14%
Magnesium
40%
Phosphorus
36%
Potassium
9%
Zinc
14%
Copper
18%
Manganese
105%
Selenium
19%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
PQ (Protein Quality) x PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score) - N/A
Additional Contents
- lysine
- lunasin
- saponins
- betacyanins
- phytosterols
- betaxanthins
- phenolic compounds
- complex carbohydrates
Potential Health Benefits
- powerful bone & joint health boost
- cardiovascular system health boost
- muscle relaxation & overall mood boost
- enhanced immune system function
- cholesterol lowering properties
- digestive system health boost
- anti-inflammatory properties
- anti-cancer properties
- energy boost
Potential Athletic Benefits
- Superior source of complex carbohydrates for sustained long-term energy demands.
- Increase bone and joint health and integrity for high volume training regimens.
Glycemic Index Rank
61 out of 100
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Glycemic | Between 55 and 70 |
Food Sensitivity Rank
<1 to 1 ratio
| Rank | Value |
|---|---|
| Low for Fructose Sensitivity | less than 1 (fructose to glucose ratio) |
Amaranth is one of the oldest grains grown throughout history for its high content of complex carbohydrates, protein, and dietary fiber, however, ancient Aztecs would not have known this. Amaranth is still cultivated today for many uses in flour products and also for normal consumption. It can benefit our digestive tract, lower cholesterol, and make for an excellent source of complex carbohydrates which is essential for energy production. However, amaranth must be consumed in moderation for certain medical conditions like gout, kidney disorders, and arthritis due to its intermediate levels of oxalate.
- Lunasin--a Novel Chemopreventive Peptide
- Antioxidant Capacity of Byproducts from Amaranth Seeds
- Antioxidant Capacity of Betacyanins as Radical Scavengers for Peroxyl Radical and Nitric Oxide
- Amaranth Peptides from Simulated Gastrointestinal Digestion: Antioxidant Activity Against Reactive Species
- Selenium Supplementation of Amaranth Sprouts Influences Betacyanin Content and Improves Anti-Inflammatory Properties via NFκB in Murine RAW 264.7 Macrophages
betacyanins
are active phenol antioxidants that are found primarily in swiss chard, cactus, and amaranth. They may benefit the body by helping to slow the growth of cancer, helping to promote digestive health, and also act as powerful free radical scavengers (antioxidants).
Sources include: USDA
***All-Body Fitness takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided above. Please contact a medical doctor or a registered dietitian for nutrition advice.
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