Impressive health benefits of amaranth A series of PresentationByMr. Allah Dad Khan former DG Agriculture Extension KP Province and Visiting Professor the University of Agriculture Peshawar allahdad52@gmail.com

6. Amaranth
Although many varieties of amaranth are considered
a weed, there are some varieties in the genus that
are cultivated as leafy vegetables and types of
cereal grain, as well as for the perennial plant’s
valuable essential oils. Scientifically categorized in
the Amaranthus genus, the seeds of the amaranth
plant have been valued for thousands of years,
particularly by the indigenous cultures of Central
America and Mexico. Ancient cultures depended on
amaranth as a major staple of their diet, due to its
high concentration of protein, minerals,
and vitamiins.

7. Amaranth
Both the leaves and the seeds of amaranth are
valuable in terms of human health. Whether you
choose to consume it as a leaf vegetable, a cereal
grain, or grain flour depends on what health benefits
you are seeking out. The root itself is also consumed
as a root vegetable and has a rich mixture of
minerals and nutrients. Considering the versatility
and high concentration of antioxidants and
phytosterols, amaranth is one of the most of valuable
health foods that you may have never heard of. Now,
let’s take a closer look at the many benefits of
amaranth

8. Amaranth and Protein Content: -
Amaranth contains a higher protein
concentration than almost any other grain on
the market. Even more impressively, even
the leaves of the amaranth contain
beneficial proteins!

10. 1. Amaranth
has Antioxidant Activity
Most people pay attention to
amaranth because of its high
protein content, making it a
crucial nutrient source for
certain cultures, but there has
been new research revealing
that amaranth also contains a
certain peptide that has also
been identified
in soybeans that
can reduce inflammation in the
body and even prevent the
activity of free radicals that can
cause healthy cells to mutate
into cancerous cells.

11. 2. Amaranth
Improves Bone Development:
Amaranth leaves contain a
wide range of minerals,
including a high concentration
of calcium There are very few
leafy vegetables that
contain higher levelsof
calcium, making amaranth a
veritable superfood in terms of
boosting bone strength and
preventing osteoporosis
Calcium is a crucial mineral for
preventing demineralization of
the bones, extending your
“active life” well into your old
age.

12. 3. Amaranth
Helps in Digestive Health:
There are a number of
gastrointestinal benefits
to eating amaranth,
including its
high fiber content,
which results in
smooth digestion of
food and facilitates an
efficient uptake of
minerals.

13. 4. Amaranth
are helpful in Cardiovascular
Health:
The dietary fiber mentioned above
also helps to balance cholesterol in
the body by eliminating “bad”
cholesterol from the cardiovascular
system. Furthermore, amaranth
contains a huge amount of vitamin K,
which is a well known booster
for heart health. Finally,
the potassium content in amaranth
helps to lower blood pressure by
dilating the blood vessels and
reducing the strain on the
cardiovascular system, thereby
lowering the chances of
developing atherosclerosis. The high
content of phytosterols found in
amaranth also contribute to a
reduction in “bad” cholesterol.

14. 5. Amaranth
Helps to Improve Varicose Veins:
While this condition may not
affect everyone, varicose veins
can be unsightly and
embarrassing as we age.
Amaranth contains numerous
flavonoids, including rutin, which
has been directly connected to
eliminating varicose veins by
strengthening capillary walls. This
is also aided by amaranth’s high
concentration of vitamin C,
an integral component in the
production of collagen, which also
helps repair and strengthen blood
vessel walls.

15. 6. Amaranth
and Vision Health:
The significant level of
carotenoids and vitamin
A found in amaranth leaves
is a major boost for eye
health, as these
antioxidants can prevent
macular degeneration and
slow/stop the development
of cataracts. By lowering
oxidative stress in the ocular
system, amaranth can help
keep your vision healthy
and strong for years to
come.

16. 7. Amaranth
Reduces Birth Defects:
Folate is often overlooked
in terms of essential
minerals, but it is
particularly important for
pregnant mothers.
Folate deficiencycan
result in neural tube
defects in newborns, so
add some amaranth
grains or leaves to your
diet and protect your
newest little addition to
the family!

17. 8. Amaranth
and Weight Loss:
Considering that an influx of
protein in the diet releases a
particular “sated” hormone
that suppresses the
appetite, eating amaranth
grains and leaves can help
you remain true to
your weight loss goals. The
dietary fiber is also bulky in
your stomach and reduces
your appetite, lowering your
likelihood to snack between
meals and pack on those
extra pounds

18. 9. Amaranth
Improves Hair Health:
If you want to protect the
integrity and appearance of
your hair, amaranth contains a
rare amino acid called lysine
that the body cannot naturally
produce. This increases your
calcium uptake efficiency and
helps to keep the hair on your
head, strengthening follicles
and preventing male
pattern baldness. You can
even remove the juice from the
leaves and apply it to your hair
after shampooing to further
strengthen your hair and
prevent hair loss.

19. 10. Amaranth
Boosts Immune System
Amaranth may boost
immune function
according to some
studies, probably thanks
to the potent vitamins,
minerals, and
antioxidants

20. 11. Amaranth
Contains Fiber
Amaranth is a high fiber
food. This makes it filling
and means it aids
digestive health,
cholesterol, blood
pressure, and slows the
absorption of sugars to let
the body keep up with
energy production.

21. 12. Amaranth
Reduces Blood Pressure
The fiber and
phytonutrients in
amaranth lower blood
pressure according to
some recent studies.
This seed tackles
cholesterol,
inflammation, and blood
pressure, making it an
all-around good food for
heart health.

22. 13.Amaranth Are Good Source Of
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids:
Amaranth is rich in
polyunsaturated fatty
acids, and contains
loads of Vitamin E. This
makes it one of the
healthiest foods for
consumption.

23. 14.Amaranth Prevents Graying Of
Hair:
Amaranth juice has
many benefits not only
for the body, but the
skin and hair as well.
Applying amaranth juice
to hair helps prevent
hair fall and treats brittle
hair. Amaranth leaves
also inhibit the
premature graying of
hair.

24. 15.Amaranth Prevents Osteoporosis:
Amaranth is one of
the richest sources of
calcium out there. It has
been found to decrease
the risk of calcium
deficiencies, and in turn
reduces the risk of bone
diseases like weak joints
(osteoporosis) and
rheumatoid pains. It is
one of the best
replacements for all
lactose-intolerant people.

25. 16.Amaranth Boosts Eyesight:
Amaranth is a rich
source of Vitamins A
and C. These vitamins
have long been known
as essential nutrients
that help improve your
eyesight.

26. 17.Amaranth are Good Source Of
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids:
Amaranth is rich in
polyunsaturated fatty
acids, and contains
loads of Vitamin E. This
makes it one of the
healthiest foods for
consumption

27. 18. Amaranth Prevents
Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease is
one of the leading causes
of mortality around the
world. Amaranth leaves
help curb this virulent
disease. They are rich
sources of phytosterols
that help reduce blood
pressure, ease
hypertension and in the
process help prevent a
multitude of ailments like
stoke

28. 19. Amaranth Combats Anemia
Amaranth is a rich source
of essential nutrients and
one of the richest sources
of iron, with more than
five times the iron than
wheat. Amaranth leaves
instigate coagulation and
have been known to
boost blood hemoglobin
content and RBC counts

29. 20.Amaranth Reduces Bad Cholesterol
Amaranth is one of the best
food choices for someone
with high blood sugar and
cholesterol. It has proven
cholesterol-lowering
abilities. It is highly fibrous,
and this property helps
reduce LDL levels in the
blood and instigates weight
loss. Amaranth contains
tocotrienols (a type of
vitamin E) which is an
effective remedy for
lowering cholestero

30. 21.Amaranth are Anti Carcinogenic
Amaranth contains a
special amino acid called
lysine. We know that it
contains nutrients and
minerals like magnesium,
iron, phosphorous,
potassium and vitamins C
& E, to help eradicate free
radicals that cause aging
and lead to the formation
of cancerous cells