Health Benefits of Pseudocereals

Pseudocereals are not widely consumed but their nutritional and chemical composition are adequate to replace conventional cereals. They are efficient gluten-free grains that can be incorporated into the human diet. They are a good source of carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. They are rich in essential amino acids, essential fatty acids, B vitamins, and antioxidant phytochemicals. The beneficial health effects of consuming pseudocereals can benefit people with diabetes, celiac disease, hypercholesterolemia, and cancer, among others. The health benefits of consuming pseudocereals regularly instead of the common cereals are discussed in this chapter.