What are Supergrains? Part 1 - Buckwheat, Quinoa, and Kamut

A superfood is a food that is nutrient-rich and is important to maintain a healthy diet. The most commonly known superfoods are fruits, vegetables, and healthy sources of protein like fish or chicken. These do carry significant nutritious value, but they are not the only sources of nutrition you need in your diet. 

Some supergrains carry just as many if not more nutrients, vitamins, and minerals than the other food groups.

While superfoods and supergrains may be rich in essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, you cannot rely on one specific superfood to be the source of all the nutrients you need. It isn't necessarily the food product by itself, but how you incorporate it into your diet.Having a variety of nutritious foods is more important than searching for the superfood.

That being said, there are a lot of grains and foods that are especially beneficial when incorporated into a balanced diet. In this series, we will go over popular superfoods and supergrains, and their nutritional content.

Buckwheat

Buckwheat (or kasha) contains all 9 essential amino acids and is a complete protein.

Buckwheat is rich in minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese. These minerals help contribute to your immune system, metabolism, and bone strength.

Its high fiber content is great to support a healthy digestive system and also regulates blood pressure and cholesterol.

Buckwheat is also rich in many antioxidants, which carry benefits such as lower blood pressure, lower risk of heart disease, and help regulate blood sugar.

Quinoa

Quinoa is another grain that is a complete protein, meaning it contains all 9 essential amino acids.

Quinoa is rich in folate, magnesium, iron, and zinc. These vitamins and minerals promote healthy cell growth, improved production of red blood cells, a healthy immune system, and energy production.

This grain is a good source of fiber, which can help with digestion, and protein, which promotes energy. These two nutrients also help you feel more full.

Quinoa is a good choice for weight loss because it is low on the glycemic index and reduces food cravings.

Kamut

If you are looking for foods that will give you more energy, Kamut is the right choice.

Kamut is high in protein, fiber, and fatty acids, which all promote high energy levels.
Kamut is a great grain for weight loss. It lowers blood sugar and cholesterol, keeps you full for long periods, and is a metabolism booster.

Kamut is particularly high in selenium, which is an important antioxidant for thyroid and metabolic function.

Kamut is also high in zinc, vitamin B, and omega 3s, which are all immune system boosters. The zinc in Kamut is what helps in the production of white blood cells that fight infection.

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