AMARANTH

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Amaranth represented up to 80% of the caloric intake of the Aztecs before the Spanish conquest. Amaranth tastes somewhat like corn, but is somewhat less sweet. Others have described the taste as nutty, like bacon or wood, or slightly bitter. It is...

BARLEY

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 315 likes

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Barley has an ancient history, and was first cultivated in the Near East.

BEETS

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Beets come from the south of Europe. They are a member of the amaranth family. The beet has a long history of cultivation stretching back to the second millennium BC.

CELERY ROOT

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 85 likes

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This bright food is one of the lightest of root vegetables. It's the only root vegetable with as much flavor and freshness as leafy greens - something you can't get from a turnip or carrot. Imagine a root vegetable that's perfect for spring, and that...

GREEN BEANS

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 492 likes

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Also called string beans!

POPPED AMARANTH

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Any dry grain will aggravate Vata.

QUINOA

(5.00 out of 5 stars) 6 reviews, 505 likes

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This extremely nutritious pseudo-grain was originally cultivated on the high plains of the South American Andes Mountains. Although the wide variety of health benefits is just beginning to be studied and appreciated by modern western countries, the...

SWEET PEAS

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Sweet peas (and string beans) are among the most easily digestible beans, and are thus an important source of fiber and protein. They can help you stay regular and feel satisfied after meals. Their naturally cooling properties are soothing to...