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| Herbal Health A-Z: A Short Guide to Amaranth - Associated Content Posted: 10 Aug 2010 09:16 PM PDT What is amaranth? Amaranth is an herb with an extensive, interesting history. Amaranth is a large, bushy plant, which is characterized by its tiny, red flowers that produce many seeds. Known for its striking What are some traditional uses of amaranth? Grain produced from the seeds of amaranth was a staple of the ancient Aztec diet. Amaranth was so sacred to the Aztecs, that it was used in ceremonial rituals, including human sacrifice. However, Spanish conquistadors eliminated amaranth soon after their conquest, assuming that elimination of the herb would in turn eliminate the Aztec practice of human sacrifice. As a result, amaranth fell out of use for hundreds of years. Peruvians used amaranth grain to produce beer. This traditional beer is still being made today. In Mexico, amaranth continues to be made into a traditional drink called "atole." What are some modern uses of amaranth? Amaranth is now grown in several areas of the United States, and is growing in popularity for its use as a grain in baked goods. Amaranth flour can be found in many natural foodstores. Amaranth is still used to decrease fever and help soothe toothaches. It is also used to help reduce swelling by acting as an astringent. What are the recommended dosages of amaranth? Amaranth is consumed as a grain. It has three times the amount of fiber of whole wheat, and contains many essential vitamins and minerals. Amaranth can be used to replace wheat in any recipe. What are some possible side effects of amaranth? There are no known side effects associated with regular use of amaranth, but its use is not advised for pregnant or nursing mothers. For your own safety, be sure to consult with your physician before taking any herbal supplement or treatment. Karen Railey, "Amaranth: A Healthy Grain For Vegetarian Recipes," chetday.com Five Filters featured article: "Peace Envoy" Blair Gets an Easy Ride in the Independent. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
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