Dr. Frank Sacks, Professor of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health shares, “We need omega-3 fatty acids for numerous normal body functions, such as controlling blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain, and since our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats, we must get them through food. Omega-3 fatty acids are also associated with many health benefits, including protection against heart disease and possibly stroke." I really enjoy Linwoods' Delicious Omega3-rich Flaxseed Superfood Blends and put them in my breakfast cereal or tea, especially the Ground Flaxseed, Cocoa, Strawberries & Blueberries Blend. A Vegetarian Quinoa Recipe courtesy of Linwoods using their Flaxseed with Goji Berries Blend is here for your reference. Enjoy! :) I've been writing about the Healthy benefits of Quinoa since I started Gratitude Gourmet back in 2008. Quinoa is rich in protein, calcium, iron, fiber, potassium, B vitamins, and vitamin E. One cup of cooked quinoa has 222 calories, 4 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein, and 5 grams of fiber. Quinoa Cuisine contains 150 recipes that use nutritious quinoa in creative ways. Here's a great recipe from the book for you to enjoy: Black Bean, Corn, and Quinoa Salad with Lime Dressing Ingredients * 1 cup quinoa, rinsed * 2 cups water * 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed * 1 cup yellow corn, fresh or frozen and thawed * 1 green onion, white and green parts, sliced * 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice * 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin * 1/2 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard * pinch salt * pinch black pepper * pinch granulated sugar * 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil * 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Directions
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