Quinoa, a Highly Nutritious Grain, is Abundant in Cancer Fighting Compounds

Quinoa, a Highly Nutritious Grain, is Abundant in Cancer-Fighting Compounds Quinoa, a plant native to South America, has become a popular food staple due to its high nutritional content. The edible seeds of the quinoa plant are rich in protein, unsaturated fats, and essential vitamins and minerals. Quinoa also contains beneficial polyphenols that may help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. A recent study identified a number of phenolic compounds in quinoa that have demonstrated anti-cancer activity in preclinical studies. Another component of quinoa, saponins, are used in the clinical setting in combination with chemotherapy to enhance its effectiveness.