Do you have any idea how many times you can consume quinoa and what people have to avoid the consumption of quinoa? Here we answer these questions.
Surely you have heard of quinoa, because of its high nutritional value, as it is beneficial for health. In addition, it is so valued that it is one of the foods selected by NASA.
However, Aspagro gives you to know which people can not consume this delicious product and how many times it is advisable to consume it.
What people have to avoid the consumption of quinoa?
Although there are no contraindications in the consumption of quinoa (as long as you do not have any allergy), you can not abuse its consumption. This is because it contains many calories and proteins that can negatively influence people suffering from intestinal problems.
Also, according to the National Institute of Health (INS) and the Ministry of Health (MINSA) recommend using quinoa once to twice a week.
How many times can you consume quinoa?
According to nutritionist Fernanda González, a sports nutrition graduate, quinoa as a pseudocereal can be included in the carbohydrate group. Therefore it could be consumed every day at different times. For example, either a day at breakfast, another day at lunch and another day at dinner, without abusing the amount.