24 January 2017 in Nutrition, Salads

Especially for pregnant women. Salad with amaranth, beetroot and walnuts

Dear Mum’s ! Your / our health is very important 🙂 So from time to time i add recipes, which should be in your menu. About the diet for pregnant women I wrote HERE.

Today’s recipe is also addressed to you.

Why? This combination amaranth and beetroots, which contain values needed in the diet of pregnant women

Properties of amaranth

Amaranth, is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world. In many countries, recently rediscovered and called the grain of XXI century. It appears that the seeds of amaranth in terms of nutrients is greater than wheat. Amaranth stores a lot of valuable minerals – contains phosphorus, iron, calcium, potassium and magnesium. A large quantity contained in the fiber acts against the increase of cholesterol and cleanses the digestive tract. Amaranth also contains anti-aging compounds (squalenes), and antioxidants. Due to the high iron content, is recommended in the treatment of anemia, it is also recommended in the diet of pregnant women. Eating one meal a day with the addition of amaranth, satisfies the daily requirement for iron.

Properties of beetroots
Beetroots are rich in folic acid, essential for pregnant women. In addition, it prevents the calcification of blood vessels and strengthens immunity. This prevents ill-being and depressive states. Folic acid is also beneficial to the dull hair, premature gray hair, brittle nails. In addition, beets regulate the digestive system, help to remove toxins from the body, are alkaline environment, odkwaszają body. They stimulate and strengthen the intestine, support the work of the kidneys and liver. The juice from fresh beets strongly cleanses and strengthens the blood. They are recommended for treatment of diseases gastrological. They contain fiber and facilitate digestion. They are rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, cobalt, iron, manganese, vitamins A, C and B1.

Salad with amaranth, beets, walnuts and apple