Heather!!! Fiber content in quinoa?! Please answer! ;)
#283176 - 09/20/06 10:30 AM
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Ulrika
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I have found different statements about the fiber content of quinoa. One table I found on the internet said about 5 grams per 100 grams. But when I went to buy some all the boxes I found at the store claimed that the fiber content was between 13 and 15.5 grams per 100 grams AND that the serving size was 100 grams... This seems like a whole lot of fiber - especially if it's supposed to be mainly soluble. And if the fiber content is that high, should I start with a small serving to get used to the high fiber level in much the same way as what's recommended with SFS? What's the deal here?
Is all quinoa whole grain?
Thanks,
Ulrika, IBS-D
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Yes, it is a whole grain.
Go to this web page enter in "Quinoa" and it will give you the info.... hope this helps.
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Edited by Shell Marr (09/20/06 10:50 AM)
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Thanks Shell. Still can't get why the quinoa boxes I've found list 13-15.5% fiber though. Could there be differences, i.e. could it be processed in different ways to make the fiber content different?
/Ulrika, IBS-D
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I think it's saying it is 13-15.5 % of your total recommended fiber for the day.
Is this SF or IF though? Corn is a whole grain too, right? But it's soluble in cereals and polento. Quinoa is listed on the SF list.
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I'm not sure about the differnt processes?
Do you recall the brands that you looked at?
SAMPLE:
Arrowhead Mills (very common brand)
100 g (dry)
7 g dietary fiber
28% daily value
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Thanks Shell. Still can't get why the quinoa boxes I've found list 13-15.5% fiber though. Could there be differences, i.e. could it be processed in different ways to make the fiber content different?
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Yes, it is soluble fiber
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I think it's saying it is 13-15.5 % of your total recommended fiber for the day.
Is this SF or IF though? Corn is a whole grain too, right? But it's soluble in cereals and polento. Quinoa is listed on the SF list.
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#283223 - 09/20/06 12:27 PM
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Jordy
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My brand says it has 3 grams. It's called Ancient Harvest. Comes in a gree box. Trader Joes brand also says 3 grams. 
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#283235 - 09/20/06 12:56 PM
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Shell Marr
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I went to the website and it looks like it was per 1/4 cup or (42g) that would work out to 7.14 grams of fiber per 100 mg
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It says 3 grams per? (grams, cups, oz...etc)
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My brand says it has 3 grams. It's called Ancient Harvest. Comes in a gree box. Trader Joes brand also says 3 grams.
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Re: Wow
#283239 - 09/20/06 01:17 PM
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Shell Marr
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Gold Mine™ Organic Bolivian Quinoa is grown and harvested in the traditional way, at an altitude of 15,000 ft. in the Andean mountains of Bolivia.
• Makes light, easy-to-digest, and delicious food in minutes
• Gluten-free—a nutritious and flavorful alternative grain for people who are wheat-sensitive
• Great in all grain-based recipes, from stir-fried dishes and casseroles to desserts
Serving Size 1/4 cup (42g)
Dietary Fiber 3g
Daily Value 12%
http://www.goldminenaturalfood.com/Controls/Digital_NutritionFacts.aspx?ID=98
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Gold Mine™ Organic Quinoa from Ecuador is pre-washed and ready to use.
Serving Size 1/4 cup (45g)
Dietary Fiber 11g
Daily Value 45%
http://www.goldminenaturalfood.com/Controls/Digital_NutritionFacts.aspx?ID=110
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Gold Mine™ Organic Quinoa, originally from South America, is now domestically grown.
As versatile as rice, this ancient grain cooks up light and delicious in approximately 15 minutes.
Enjoy its distinctive flavor and delicate texture in soups, tabouli, pilafs, and even desserts.
Serving Size 1/4 cup (45g)
Dietary Fiber 4g
Daily Value 17%
http://www.goldminenaturalfood.com/Controls/Digital_NutritionFacts.aspx?ID=102
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