Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) is a highly Nutritious Source of Grains

The main objective of this paper is the chemical evaluation of quinoa seeds (Chenopodium quinoa wild). The chemical composition, mineral content, active compounds (polyphenols, flavonoids, and tocopherols), vitamins, amino acids, and fatty acids of quinoa seeds were estimated. The results obtained indicate that quinoa seeds are rich in bioactive compounds, most importantly phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and vitamins, which are effective in preventing many diseases. Therefore, quinoa seeds are considered a high-nutrition alternative to grains.