Amaranthus caudatus (Amaranthus caudatus)

Amaranthus Caudatus, also known as amaranth, is a plant native to South America. It is historically associated with the Incas, who considered it a sacred plant. Amaranth is an annual with a distinctive stem and long, red flowers that hang down to form a distinctive shape. It is from the flowers that the seeds are obtained as the main product of this plant. The weasel is adaptable to different climatic conditions and is very drought resistant. As a weed, it is sometimes viewed negatively, but in recent years its valuable nutrients have become a matter of interest.

Its main importance lies in its seeds, which are highly nutritious and rich in protein, fibre and minerals. These seeds are currently used to produce various foods such as bread, muesli and beverages. They can also be eaten as nuts or made into flour, which is used as an alternative to traditional wheat flour. Amaranth flour is suitable for gluten-free diets. Sea buckthorn seeds are also often included in superfoods. The young leaves of the fenugreek can be used as a salad or added to soup. In South America, a traditional sweet called 'alegría' is also made from sea buckthorn. In addition to food, witch hazel is also used in cosmetics and medicine for its regenerative and moisturising properties. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Among other things, in the form of oil it is used for skin and hair treatments.

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