Going Against the Grain continued

Quinoa is rich in magnesium which in research has shown to relax the constricted blood vessels responsible for migraines.

Amaranth has plenty of the amino acid lysine which helps in the absorption of calcium.

Black rice helps relieve inflammation associated with asthma and allergies.

Whole grains overall improve cardiovascular health and digestion plus reduce risk of Diabetes 2 and colorectal cancer, just to mention a few.

Here is a quick chart on the amount of protein* in common grains:

Whole Grain	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)
Amaranth	180	7	31
Barley Flakes	83	3	24
Barley, Hulled	176	5	39
Buckwheat	146	6	30
Couscous	180	7	31
Millet	150	3	24
Oats, Rolled	98	5	39
Oats, Steel Cut	170	6	30
Quinoa	120	7	31
Rice, Brown, Basmati	140	3	24
Rice, Brown, Long Grain	160	5	39
Rice, Brown, Medium Grain	160	6	30
Rice, Brown, Short Grain	180	7	31
Rice, Wild	160	3	24
Rye	160	5	39
Spelt	130	6	30
Wheat, Bulgur	150	7	31
Wheat, Durum	163	3	24
Wheat, Hard Red	160	5	39
Wheat, Soft Red	139	6	30
Wheat, Kernels	160	7	31
Whole Wheat Pasta (3/4 cup)	180	7	35

http://commonsensehealth.com/Diet-and-Nutrition/List_of_Whole_Grain_Foods_and_Whole_Grains_Benefits.shtml

*See blog on protein to find out more on protein requirement.  http://thatsvegetarian.blogspot.com/2011/06/how-do-you-get-enough-protein.html