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Amaranth

Ancient pseudocereal and one of the few plant sources of complete protein.

Benefits

Key compounds

Complete protein (high lysine)squalenefiberironmagnesiumcalciumpeptides

May help with

Best for these goals

Muscle recoverybone & jointheart healthenergy

How to use it

Cook as porridge, pop into a crunchy snack, blend amaranth flour into baking, or add to soups

Evidence level

Traditional/Established

Cautions & interactions

Contains oxalates (caution with kidney stones); otherwise generally safe
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