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Cooked Quinoa (Cooled)

Cooked and cooled quinoa is a mild, gluten-free pseudograin often used like a whole grain in bowls, salads, and side dishes. Cooling may modestly increase resistant starch compared with freshly cooked quinoa.

Beneficial properties

gluten-free complete protein source high in fiber supports satiety contains resistant starch when cooled

Nutritional highlights

Quinoa provides complex carbohydrates, fiber, plant protein, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, folate, and iron.

Caution. May cause digestive discomfort in some people if eaten in large amounts; people with quinoa sensitivity or sensitivity to saponin residue should use caution.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
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