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Archive Home > 2008 > September > 18 > Have you ever heard of quinoa? It packs a lot of iron and protein

Have you ever heard of quinoa? It packs a lot of iron and protein

By Betsy Q. Cliff / The Bulletin
September 18, 2008

Though it’s not yet a household name, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is making a comeback in large part because it is so nutritious. It’s a good alternative to rice and other grains because it can function in cooking like a grain but has more protein, iron and calcium than....

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