Expert nutrionist Fiona Hunter says: 'Quinoa has a low GI and contains around almost twice as much protein as rice and almost three times more protein than couscous, which makes it good choice for anyone watching their weight because protein rich super slim foods help you feel full quicker and stay feeling full for longer.'

In fact, quinoa contains so much protein that the World Health Organisation equates the protein levels in quinoa to the amount found in milk.

The weight loss benefits aren't the reason quinoa has started to be thought of as a superfood, though. The nutritional values of the grain are staggering, Fiona told us: 'It also contains useful amounts of phosphorus, calcium, iron, vitamin E and B group best diet pills reviews vitamins as well as fibre.'

These are all essential for building and maintaining healthy bones and teeth, releasing energy steadily, reducing cholesterol and preventing disease.

Sounds good, right? Well the plus points don't stop there.

Quinoa is also gluten-free and cholesterol-free, making it essential for people with restricted diets. Incorporating it into your diet couldn't be easier. Nutrionist Fiona says: 'It has a delicious nutty flavor and and interesting texture. It can be boiled and used instead of rice for salads or pilafs, to make stuffings or as an accompaniment to stews and casserole. It is also available as flour and is added to breakfast cereals.'

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