"Health from eating" series | Choose quinoa as an "anti-cancer helper", and recommend these two methods

When talking about the "anti-cancer helper" among cereals, we have to mention quinoa. What makes quinoa different from other foods is that it "sprouts" as soon as it is cooked. Quinoa is rich in protein, fat, vitamins and minerals, especially lysine, which is lacking in general cereals. Its protein content is also high, comparable to milk protein, and its absorption rate is also excellent. You can try the following two methods.

1. Quinoa soy milk: Mix 1/2 cup of quinoa, 1/2 cup of soybeans, and 8 cups of water in a soy milk machine for 10-20 minutes. You can also add some rock sugar. It has a strong flavor and unique taste. It is a very healthy and convenient breakfast drink. It is suitable for all kinds of cancer patients with loss of appetite, indigestion, and malnutrition.

2. Quinoa cake: Put an appropriate amount of quinoa powder into a bowl, add an appropriate amount of water, stir well until it forms a thick paste. Add an appropriate amount of salt and oil, stir well. Heat the pan to a suitable temperature, pour the quinoa paste into the pan, spread it into a round cake of appropriate size, and fry until both sides are golden brown.

The American Cancer Institute has also pointed out that whole grains contain vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, etc. These ingredients have antioxidant and anti-cancer effects.

As the "leader" among cereals, quinoa is suitable for various cancer patients. Many patients want to supplement their nutrition, but eating chicken, duck, fish and meat alone is definitely not enough, and it will cause problems. From the perspective of choosing a staple food, quinoa is a good choice. It is neither warm nor cold, mild and nourishing, and has comprehensive nutrition. It is a staple food that is more suitable for cancer patients to supplement.

The anti-cancer effect of quinoa has always attracted people's attention. The antioxidant phenolic substances present in the plant can act as free radical scavengers and reducing agents, which can help reduce oxidative stress and improve antioxidant capacity, thus playing an anti-cancer role.

This article was scientifically reviewed by Professor He Yumin of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with contributions also from Qiao Jingfang of the Whole Grain Channel of the People's Daily Health Client.