Amaranth

Are amaranth leaves edible?

Nearly all amaranths are edible, including ‘love-lies-bleeding’ and even the common roadside weedy forms. But those sold as edible varieties are selected for their good seed production and especially tasty leaves. That’s an amaranth species, Amaranthus caudatus, and yes, the leaves and seeds are edible and nutritious like any other amaranth. The same goes for …

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Is amaranth safe for dogs?

The short answer is YES. Amaranth is good and safe for dogs. This is why it is increasingly being included in gluten-free recipes by most dog food manufacturers. This begs the question “Is amaranth a good plant to grow?” Cultivated varieties of amaranth are some of the most useful and versatile plants in the garden, …

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How to cook amaranth grains?

The protein contained in amaranth is of an unusually high quality, providing nine grams for one cup of cooked grain. Amaranth has the power to reduce inflammation, which is associated with just about every health condition. Some additional things to look into: aids digestive system, helps lower cholesterol, or supports bone health. Another inquiry we …

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