Among the popular types of food, people often say that eating beef is a good way to supplement iron. But there is a vegetable that has the same amount of iron as meat.
Red amaranth is one of the vegetables that is rich in iron and is also cheap, only a fraction of the price of beef. 100g of red amaranth contains nearly 2mg of iron, while 100g of beef contains 3mg of iron. Red amaranth is also very rich in natural calcium, vitamins, and minerals. Red amaranth is a vegetable that is easy to grow, so it is almost not sprayed with pesticides. Beef is rich in iron and protein, but it is also red meat, so it is not recommended to eat too much because red meat is associated with high cholesterol and increased risk of cancer.
If you regularly eat amaranth, your body will receive the following golden benefits.
Support digestive health and reduce constipation
Amaranth is rich in fiber and has a laxative effect. Eating amaranth regularly helps promote bowel movements, improve digestion, and detoxify harmful substances from the body.
Improve vision
Amaranth is rich in minerals, carotene, protein, vitamin C, and vitamin A, which are special nutrients that help improve vision and prevent glare.
Improve anemia
Amaranth is a food that is easy to eat and is suitable for people of all ages, from children to the elderly. It is rich in calcium, iron, and vitamin K, which can promote the production of blood and maintain normal heart function, preventing muscle spasms.
Amaranth is soft when cooked and can provide iron supplementation for children. It is also rich in iron, making it easy for the elderly and anemic patients to consume. Especially for the elderly who have difficulty digestion or constipation, eating amaranth is beneficial.
Promote growth, development in children
Amaranth is considered a natural calcium pill that is cooked and softens quickly, making it easy for children to eat. Amaranth leaves are very rich in calcium and protein, and the calcium content in this vegetable is higher than that in shrimp, which the body can easily absorb. Therefore, parents can add amaranth to their children’s meals. Adding amaranth to the diet is also a good way for women with osteoporosis to improve their bone and joint function. There are two types of amaranth that we often eat: red amaranth and amaranth rice. Amaranth rice is a weed that grows on the edge of fields, it is very sweet and delicious. In Vietnamese markets, amaranth is very cheap, only 5000 for a large bunch, and it has many health benefits. Therefore, eating amaranth, which is gentle and nutritious, you should pay attention to this type of vegetable.
Amaranth can also be grown in plastic containers and is fast-growing and easy to grow. You can make use of balconies and gardens to grow clean amaranth for your family to enjoy.