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Amaranth
What It Helps:
How It Helps:
Contains a type of Vitamin E which can help lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol.
Research showed that it helped those with type 2 diabetes.
Rich in protien- contains about 60% of the total daily required value (DRV) of protein
Fiber content- 30% of total DRV
Iron content -20% of total DRV
Cooked amaranth leaves are rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C
Tips & Other Info.
Amaranth flour should be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator (for about 2 months) or in the freezer (about 5 months)
Gardening Tips & Info.
Here are some planting tips and information if you want to have this plant in your own backyard (or front yard)
Planting Season
Harvesting Season
Pruning Season
Watering Schedule
Sunlight Exposure
Potted / In Ground
Sow (indoors) in mid Spring (April) and plant inearly Summer (June) | Summer (June-August) & early to midFall (September-October) |
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