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Quinoa is a fiber-richsource of nutrition and health benefits.
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Quinoa contains no gluten. Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is considered a pseudocereal or pseudograin. The high nutritional value of quinoa has been recognized in South America for thousands of years. It is considered a complete food. While not a common household item, quinoa seed has a fluffy, creamy, slightly crunchy texture. Cooking tends to give it a distinct flavor. Quinoa flakes can be used as a breakfast cereal.
QUINOA CONTENTS

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