Effect:
gluten-free, rich in minerals, enveloping, astringent
Areas of application:
Delays the aging process, flatulence, wrinkles, cares for dry and irritated skin and supports skin regeneration, increases physical and mental performance, chronic headaches, migraines, sleep disorders, UV rays (sun protection), tooth ulcers
Plant parts used:
Leaves and seeds
Collection time:
September to October
To find:
Sometimes found in sunny locations.
Ingredients:
Protein, lysine, unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid, alpha-linoleic acid, lots of magnesium, calcium, lots of iron, lots of zinc, tannins
Miscellaneous:
☕ Tea: Pour 1 heaped teaspoon of dried leaves or twice the amount of fresh, crushed leaves with 1/4 liter of boiling water. Let steep for 5 to 8 minutes, then strain. The tea can be prepared in advance and replaces other liquids (in sufficient quantities = 1 1/2 to 2 liters per day).
🛑 Warning: Not suitable for babies and small children!!!
Amaranth is a pseudocereal. The seeds are about the size of a mustard seed, and a unique plant has up to 50,000 seeds. The taste is nutty and the protein content is incredibly high at around 18%. If you mix amaranth with our grain, a protein of high biological value is created due to the supplementary effect in the body. Amaranth lacks the protein gluten (glue), which people with celiac disease (grain intolerance) cannot tolerate. Celiac disease is a chronic inflammatory reaction in the small intestine. This is caused by the gluten protein, which is found in many types of grain such as spelt, barley, rye, wheat, etc. People who are allergic to gluten should avoid all types of grain. Neurodermatitis sufferers provided reports that amaranth suppresses allergic symptoms or improves them in a beneficial way.
For the South American Aztecs and Incas, amaranth was a sacred plant and was more valuable than gold.
I always use amaranth for baking bread, it makes it nice and soft and airy. Small amounts of 50 to 100 grams per 1 kilogram of normal flour are sufficient. It can also be used to bake cakes.
Anyone can grow their own sprouts from the seeds and mix them into any salad or put them on sandwiches. They contain vitamin E and many B group vitamins.