Amaranth oil (Amaranthus caudatus): the “gold of the Incas” is a highly effective anti-aging ingredient and was used as an integral part of Aztec religious ceremonies. Amaranth oil is extracted from the seeds of two species of the genus Amaranthus … Continue reading →

What Is Amaranth Grain? Often referred to as a grain, it is actually the seed of a plant that was originally cultivated by the ancient Aztec people of Central America. An article about amaranth; includes two vegetarian recipes using amaranth. Name: Ellen's Purple Latin: us spp. Culture: C,W/Matures 8-12/Harvest one cutting/Yield dry 23-37/Spacing 4/ Area 60 Description: These beautiful and use ful Tags: ellen's, purple, amaranth, Amaranth Grain Recipes | Yummly cinnamon, maple syrup, water, pecan, milk, walnut , bananas, and salt Three cereal grains: Wheat, corn/maize and rice provide most of human calories, and comprise together at least 75% of the world's grain production