Amaranth does more for your health than wheat and rice ever can

In addition to being nutrient-rich, Amaranth can be a lifesaver for gluten-intolerant people

It’s 2017 and finally, the amaranth grain is getting the publicity it deserves. Cultivated over centuries, it had crept out of the health knowledge system until recently. But you only have to try it once to see the effect it has on your health.

Amaranth is an excellent source of minerals, including calcium, iron and magnesium(Getty Images)