Kiwicha, also known as amaranth, is a nutritious plant native to Peru, Ecuador, Mexico, and Guatemala that has been cultivated for 7,000 years. It is a highly nutritious food that is a complete source of protein and contains more protein than most grains. Kiwicha is high in fiber, minerals, and antioxidants and provides many health benefits like supporting heart health and weight loss. It grows best at elevations between 2,500 to 3,300 meters above sea level in regions like Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia and Argentina, where it is traditionally cultivated and remains an important crop.

1. HEALTHY FOOD
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2. KIWICHA
Kiwicha, also known as amaranth, is a leafy plant that can reach up to three meters in height. It
belongs to the amaranthacea family that gathers approximately 800 species of kiwicha. The
characteristics of this food vary according to the place and the region in which they are grown.
The origin of the kiwicha plant is located in Peru, Ecuador, Mexico and Guatemala, which began to be
cultivated 7000 years ago. Amaranth has great health benefits. This is due to its high nutritional
value and provides a higher amount of protein compared to other cereals. This characteristic makes
it a food with the ability to satisfy a large part of the protein ration for people and in turn provide
70% of energy from the diet.
The National Academy of Sciences of the United States defined kiwicha as "the best food of plant
origin for human consumption" and the World Health Organization and the United Nations
Organization for Food and Agriculture have highlighted its high concentration of proteins. That is why
this food was included in the diet of astronauts.
These are some of the many reasons why we should all stop ignoring kiwicha and start including it in
our daily diet. Next FL Tape will present you the sustainable benefits.

3. DESCRIPTION
• WHERE IS THE KIWICHA FROM ?
The kiwicha grows in the low and high
regions of Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia
and Argentina. Around 1,200 varieties are
still kept in the Andes.
. WHAT COLOR IS THE KIWICHA ?
The kiwicha hey are of various colors such as
deep red, yellow, green, pink, orange or
purple.

4. • WHAT BENEFITS DOES THE KIWICHA HAVE ?
5 Reasons why we should all consume kiwicha
- Complete source of protein:
This protein also contains all eight complete essential amino acids (includes lysine, an amino
acid that does not appear in most grains), making it an ideal complete protein source for
vegetarians and vegans. Although most people are aware that the protein aids in cell growth and
repair, it also sends signals throughout the body, makes it easier to transport substances, and
many more benefits. Without protein, our bodies would literally collapse.
- Gluten free:
Gluten activates a protein called zonulin that constitutes the closure between our intestinal cells,
triggering an immune response. Gluten also contains phytic acid, a compound that dissolves
several important bio minerals available, such as magnesium. However, we do not need to worry
about these serious problems when consuming kiwicha.

5. - Rich in dietary fiber:
Kiwicha also contains a large amount of
soluble fiber, which attracts liquids, slows
digestion, and is known to lower cholesterol.
As a consequence, kiwicha is ideal in weight
loss diets.
- Cardiovascular benefits:
this food can benefit our cardiovascular
system
- Mineral dense;
its dense concentration of essential
minerals.
it contains a considerable amount of
calcium, potassium, zinc, copper and
selenium. On the negative side, this food
lacks many vitamins less vitamin B6 and

6. • IN WHAT SEASON IS THE KIWICHA GROWN ?
This plant is traditionally cultivated from 2,500 to 3,300 meters above sea level;
however, excellent results have been observed at sea level and tropical areas of the
western mountain range. It is susceptible to cold, excess humidity, very resistant to
water deficit and heat.
Stationary availability:

7. Nutritional value:
Componentes / Components Por 100g /
Per 100g
Proteína Protein 12,9 g
Calcio Calcium 247 g
Fósforo Phosphorus 500 mg
Hierro Iron 3.4 mg
Ceniza Ash 2,5 g
Grasa Fat 7,2 g
Fibra Fiber 6,7 g
Carbohidratos Carbohydrates 65,1 g
Humedad Humidity 12,3 %
Valor energético Energy Value 358 kcal
Tiamina Thiamine 0,14 mg
Riboflavina Rivoflavin 0,32 mg
Niacina Niacin 1,0 mg
Vitamina C Vitamin C 3,0 mg

8. GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION:

9. PRESENTATIONS

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