Beyond Rice, Millet & Quinoa
Consider Real food doesn’t have ingredients; real food is ingredients. –Jamie Oliver Dr. Arjan Khalsa explains health benefits of grains and how to quickly make millet. Click Here to View Length: 4 Minutes 44 Seconds Rice The part of the rice plant that’s eaten is its seed. Rice is a staple for over half the world’s people. In some places, ‘to eat’ means, ‘to eat rice.’ It’s third largest agricultural product after sugar cane and maize but the highest in human consumption, ‘providing more than one-fifth of the calories consumed worldwide.’ Question: How many types of rice are there? 400, 4,000, 40,000? See Answer Below. For variety and added health benefits, consider adding these grains. Millets Millets are starchy, protein-rich cereals that provide plenty of phosphorus and magnesium. They’re easy to digest and gluten free. Millets health benefits include: Helps postmenopausal women with signs of cardiovascular disease like high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels Hydrates the colon to prevent constipation Contains a high amount of lecithin which strengthens the nervous system. Reduces cancer risks with the photo chemicals like phytate Millet Recipes: Martha Stewart: How to Cook Millet 26 Millet Recipes [include cookies, multigrain roti, eggless biscuits and porridge] Quinoa Quinoa was first grown 7,000 years ago in the Andes. The seed is loaded with vitamins and minerals. One cup contains more fiber and protein than most other grains. Here are a few RDI [Recommended Daily Intake] that quinoa provides: Manganese: 58% Magnesium: 30% Phosphorous: 28% Folate: 19% As well as valuable amounts of copper, iron, zinc, thiamin, riboflavin and Vitamin B6 Quinoa is one of the few plant foods that is a complete protein. It contains all of the essential amino acids. Keep in mind, Proteins are made of amino acids, which can either be made by the body or found in certain foods. Nine amino acids are essential because the body cannot produce them. Is quinoa better than rice? The Healthy reports that quinoa’s high-fiber content is linked to lower cholesterol and weight loss. Also, quinoa has a low glycemic index, a good way to control blood sugar. This article also mentioned that brown rice accumulates higher-than-average amounts of mercury and arsenic because of exposure in flooded fields. Also, these elements are stored in the bran which remains part of brown rice. Recipes 40 Quinoa Recipes You Will Absolutely Love [includes Cumin Quinoa Patties, Chickpea Tortilla Soup, Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Peppers] 1-Minute Video: How to Cook Quinoa Resources: American Gardener Health Shots Healthline The Healthy Web MD Wikipedia COMMENT Succeed and Soar! Shop Sandra’s Succeed & Soar Art on Hooded Sweat Shirts As well as tote bags, tee shirts, journals, shower curtains, caps, phone cases, ornaments, face masks, towels, blankets, cups, pillows, greeting cards and more Puzzles are great for quiet time, focus and centering. A pleasant way to share time with others or relaxing alone. Puzzles are made from premium 0.2” paper stock A semi-gloss coating on top surface makes image pop Puzzles available in two sizes [18”x24”, 500 pieces and 20”x28” 1,000 pieces] Safe storage in in handsome, sturdy box with artwork printed on top Puzzle pieces are unique shapes Prices vary, from: $40 NOTE: Sometimes art size must be adjusted for whole image to fit on item. Use CUSTOMIZE. tools with item to: Enlarge, reduce size of art Change placement of art and text Over 60 background colors can be chosen [shades of yellows, blues, greens, grays and more]. NOTE: Sometimes art size must be adjusted for whole image to fit on item. Use CUSTOMIZE. tools with item to: Enlarge, reduce size of art Change placement of art and text Over 60 background colors can be chosen [shades of yellows, blues, greens, grays and more]. Purchase this Puzzle View All Puzzles Thanks for shopping! Quiz Answer Question: How many types of rice are there? Answer: 40,000. According to Bon Appétit, rice comes in three major categories. Long grain, dry like basmati and jasmine Short grain, for sticky, starchy clumps Medium grain, for moistness without starchiness