Rice is the most commonly consumed grain in India and is widely used in food due to its texture and taste. However quinoa is increasingly being consumed as a healthy food that offers more protein and health benefits than rice. The nutritional value of quinoa is much higher than that of rice.
Both quinoa and rice are naturally gluten-free; Therefore, both are great choices for people who are intolerant to gluten (a protein found in grains such as wheat). However, quinoa has been reported to be a better grain than rice, wheat and corn when considering the nutrient composition.
Quinoa is better than white rice because of its high nutritional benefits:
Quinoa has a lower glycemic index than white rice, which means it does not raise your blood sugar level quickly. Quinoa is rich in both fiber and protein, contains a large amount of other nutrients and has a fluffy texture similar to rice. One cup of quinoa contains twice as much protein and 5 g more fiber than white rice.
Quinoa contains fewer calories and carbohydrates than white rice. Unlike rice, quinoa fiber helps lower cholesterol and regulate blood sugar levels. Quinoa lowers the levels of fat in your blood after a meal called triglycerides. Quinoa is high in all the essential amino acids. High amounts of lysine and tryptophan (amino acid) in quinoa provide wonderful therapeutic properties.
Quinoa is rich in minerals such as calcium (three times), iron (five times), potassium (eight times), magnesium, phosphorus, zinc (not present in rice), and manganese (twice). Brown rice is known to be a healthier choice than white rice. However, quinoa is more beneficial than brown rice for the following reasons:
It contains more amounts of protein and fewer carbohydrates than brown rice. It contains a total of nine essential amino acids other than brown rice. It contains phytochemicals, quinoa substance that protects a person from anemia, osteoporosis and high lipid level. If you can afford it, eating it will give you the nutrients your body needs. May stay away from many types of health problems.
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