- Fantastic alternative to regular flour
- Ancient South American superfood
- Easy on the digestive system
- Mineral rich and high in B vitamins
- Organic Amaranth Flour does not naturally contain gluten, however it is handled in an area that stores gluten containing products
- Resealable airtight foil pouch
- 100% pure botanical ingredients - absolutely nothing added
Organic Amaranth Flour from Indigo Herbs is derived from exceptionally high quality Amaranth seeds ground into a fine powder. This gluten-free grain is known to be high in protein, vitamins and minerals, making it a great alternative to regular flour. Amaranth Flour can be substituted in traditional recipes to make healthy baked goods.
At Indigo Herbs we are passionate about premium quality Wholefoods. Explore the tabs on this page to find out more about the health benefits, quality, manufacture and suggested use of this wholefood. At Indigo Herbs we are committed to empowering optimum health and nutrition and assisting you to take responsibility for your own health and wellbeing, by having access to many of natures healing botanicals and Superfoods.
Amaranth has an intense, nutty flavour and is most commonly used in recipes in a proportion of 1 part to 3 parts of other flours. Learn how to bake with gluten free flours here
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Our Organic Amaranth Flour comes from Amaranth grains that are grown and processed to strict organic standards. The flour is made by grinding the grains from the finest Amaranth plants into a fine powder. After testing and organic checks the Amaranth Flour is packaged ready to be shipped.
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, plays an essential role in human life and is the most versatile of all the B vitamins! Working closely with the other B vitamins, vitamin B6 contributes to numerous functions in the body. It plays an important role in refurbishing the immune system to the required functional level, this potential health benefit appears to be associated with its role in the metabolism of the amino acid tryptophan. Also referred to as the “mood vitamin”, B6 is needed for proper brain development and function, preventing mental fatigue and helping the body make the feel good hormones serotonin and [censored] that relax and lift your spirits, along with melatonin, the hormone which regulates the body clock.
Vitamin B6 is functional in working with a number of enzymatic systems to make these enzymes work in the desired manner, this association contributes to the proper functioning of the nervous system. It is also involved at several steps in the metabolism of carbohydrates, in particular the enzyme that pulls carbohydrates out of storage in the cell - in the form of a molecule called glycogen – which requires vitamin B6 for its activity and it metabolises a number of other nutrients to extract energy. Vitamin B6 is a key factor in the manufacture of haemoglobin – the oxygen carrying component of red blood cells – and has a role in preventing heart disease. Without enough B6 a compound called homocysteine builds up in the body which can damage blood vessel linings, setting the stage for plaque build-up when the body tries to heal the damage. Vitamin B6 prevents this build-up thereby reducing the risk of heart attack. The availability of this important vitamin is highest in foods like spirulina, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, green beans, walnuts and wheat germ.
Vitamin B6 contributes to:
· the normal functioning of the nervous system
· normal homocysteine metabolism
· normal protein and glycogen metabolism
· normal psychological function
· normal red blood cell formation
· the normal function of the immune system
· the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
· the regulation of hormonal activity
· normal cysteine synthesis
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
Folate – the naturally occurring vitamin B9 – is often confused with folic acid. Folic acid is a synthetically derived molecule created in a German laboratory in the 1940s and does not occur naturally in food. Needless to say, folate metabolizes faster in the body and any excess is excreted through the urine whereas folic acid can accumulate in the blood and may adversely affect immune cell function. Nature knows best when it comes to nutrition! Folate is probably the vitamin whose essential role in pregnancy is most widely known. It is necessary for the production of new
Folate works to convert the amino acid homocysteine into methionine - a deficiency allows homocysteine levels to accumulate in the body. High levels of homocysteine are associated with heart disease and stroke and can block blood and other nutrients from reaching the brain, interfering with the production of the feel good hormones serotonin and dopamine which regulate mood. Within the body, folate is an activator – it has an influence on “natural killer” cells of the immune system which are in charge of fighting infections and malignant cells. Romaine lettuce, spinach and asparagus are especially high in folate; other good sources include egg yolks, legumes and lentils.
Folate contributes to:
- maternal tissue growth during pregnancy
- normal amino acid synthesis
- normal blood formation
- normal homocysteine metabolism
- normal psychological function
- the normal function of the immune system
- the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Folate has a role in the process of cell division
Derived from the Greek word for magic, manganese is a trace mineral that is present in tiny amounts in the body and is found mostly in the bones, liver, kidneys and pancreas. It is essential for the proper and normal growth of the human bone structure and is a very effective mineral in aiding in the increase of the mineral density of spinal bone. Manganese is also needed in the production and repair of connective tissue, its specific role is in the manufacture of mucopolysaccharides which are one of the main components of all connective tissues.
Regulation of the body’s metabolism is another vital function of manganese with manganese activated enzymes helping in the metabolism of cholesterol, amino acids and carbohydrates. Also a powerful contributor to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, manganese is a component of the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD) which helps to fight free radicals. Free radicals occur naturally in the body but can damage cell membranes and DNA, antioxidants such as SOD can help to neutralise free radicals. Rich sources of manganese include; whole grains, nuts and nut butters and leafy vegetables.
Manganese contributes to:
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the normal formation of connective tissue
· the protection of cells from oxidative stress
Proteins are a group of biological compounds which are present in every live cell, organ and tissue of the body. Meaning “first” or “of prime importance” in Greek, proteins participate in every cellular process occurring in the body. Proteins are made up of structures called amino acids, there are a total of 21 amino acids, 9 are essential, the rest are nonessential – you must consume the essential amino acids in your diet because your body cannot make them.
Dietary protein supports bone health in three main ways: by supplying the raw material required to construct soft bone matrix, by increasing plasma IGF1 and by promoting muscle growth and retention. IGF1 is a growth hormone that stimulates and increases the activity of osteoblasts (cells which secrete the substance of bone). It is especially important to ensure that children get enough protein since they are still developing and it is necessary to ensure their growth is unimpaired. Proteins play an important role in muscle contraction and coordination, they are present in the muscle tissues in the form of many microfilaments and provide muscle structure. Muscle growth depends on the adequacy of proteins in the body. Proteins function as building blocks for muscles, bones and cartilage, opt for a variety of whole foods to meet your protein needs including; grass fed meat and poultry, eggs, dairy, seeds, beans and nuts.
Protein contributes to:
· the maintenance of normal bones
· a growth in muscle mass
· the maintenance of muscle mass
· Protein is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children.
Also called vitamin B5, pantothenic acid gets its name from the Greek root pantos meaning “everywhere” as it can be found throughout all living cells. The most studied role of pantothenic acid in health support is its incorporation into a molecule called coenzyme A (CoA), this occupies a central place in energy metabolism, acting to allow carbohydrates, fats and proteins to be burned as energy sources. It is also helpful in reducing body fatigue and weariness and it sets the metabolic process of the entire body on the right track making it capable of increasing the stamina of the human body.
Sometimes referred to as the “anti-stress” vitamin, pantothenic acid may help to encourage the production of dopamine and serotonin which are neurotransmitter chemicals that regulate mood and reduce anxiety and stress. Also aiding in the production of vitamin D, pantothenic acid supports the adrenal gland which produces steroid hormones and generally keeps the gland in optimal health. Given the critical role it plays in health it’s a good thing that pantothenic acid is so ubiquitous in wholefoods with shiitake mushrooms providing the richest natural source of this essential nutrient, closely followed by cauliflower, sweet potato and broccoli.
Pantothenic acid contributes to:
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
· normal mental performance
· normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, Vitamin D and some neurotransmitters
· the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Next to calcium, phosphorus is the most abundant mineral in the body. In order to be properly utilised it must be in proper balance with calcium and magnesium in the blood, these are the two minerals it works in tandem with to create strong bones and teeth, also helping to lay the foundation of a strong skeletal structure. It is an essential part of our diet - especially as children when the most bone growth and development occurs. Both DNA and RNA contain phosphorus which make it important for cellular reproduction.
Phosphorus also contributes to the repair process and maintenance of various body cells which suffer from daily wear and tear, it makes up part of the phospholipids that surround cells - phospholipids help to protect and regulate what goes in and out of each cell. Phosphorus plays an essential role in how the body stores and uses energy, it aids in the process of energy extraction by stimulating the process of metabolism of different nutrients including niacin(B3) and riboflavin(B2), helping to maximise the uptake of these two vitamins in particular. The best sources for this mineral are chlorella, dairy, whole grains, legumes and nuts.
Phosphorus contributes to:
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the maintenance of normal teeth
· the normal growth and development of bone in children
· the normal function of cell membranes
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
Iron is needed for a number of highly complex processes that continuously take place in the body on a molecular level and that are indispensable to human life. Formation of haemoglobin is the chief function of this mineral – this is the primary protein found in red blood cells and represents about two thirds of the body’s iron. Haemoglobin binds to the oxygen molecules that you breathe in from the air and releases them into your tissues. The brain receives around 20% of the blood oxygen and a proper flow of blood to the brain can stimulate cognitive activity and help to create new neural pathways, it is especially important that children consume enough iron in their diet – iron deficiency in the first two years of a child’s life is associated with delayed cognitive and psychomotor development.
Ribonucleic reductase is an iron dependant enzyme that is required for DNA synthesis (cell division), thus iron is required for a number of functions including healing and immune function - red blood cells are necessary for providing oxygen to damaged tissues, organs and cells. Iron is also involved in food metabolism and is a cofactor and activator for some enzymes which play key roles in energy production and metabolism. If iron stores are low symptoms can include tiredness, fatigue and dizziness. Dietary iron has two forms, heme (animal based) and non-heme (plant based), important sources are; grass fed beef, oysters, spinach, lentils and beans.
Iron contributes to:
· normal cognitive function
· normal energy-yielding metabolism
· normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin
· normal oxygen transport in the body
· normal function of the immune system
· the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
· normal cognitive development of children
· Iron has a role in the process of cell division
The importance of magnesium ions for all life itself, as well as for overall vibrant health, is hard to overstate. Frequently referred to as the “miracle mineral”, magnesium is required to give the “spark of life” to metabolic functions involving the creation of energy and its transport, the creation and synthesis of proteins and is involved in literally hundreds of enzymatic reactions - it activates the enzymes that make copies of DNA and RNA making it essential in the process of cell division.
Roughly half of your body’s magnesium is stored in your bones and acts as a cofactor with calcium and vitamin D to maintain and strengthen the bone structure and teeth (your teeth can only form hard enamel from calcium if magnesium is available). It also works, again in concert with calcium, to regulate electrical impulses in the cells. Cellular calcium channels allow the mineral to enter the cell only as long as needed to conduct an impulse, it is ushered out immediately by magnesium once its task is fulfilled, operating as a natural calcium channel blocker and responsible for relaxation, magnesium is pivotally important to the functioning of the parasympathetic nervous system. Both magnesium and calcium are intimately involved with muscle function (magnesium relaxes, calcium contracts) with frequent muscle cramps being a symptom of a deficiency in magnesium. If magnesium is severely deficient, the brain is particularly affected as magnesium is crucial to the production of neurotransmitters and the integrity of the blood brain barrier and therefore is needed to maintain normal psychological function. The best food sources of magnesium include; avocados, chia and hemp seeds, sesame seeds, raw cacao and raw chocolate, sprouted nuts/seeds, sea vegetables (such as kelp and nori), raw green vegetables and grass fed dairy products.
Magnesium contributes to:
· a reduction of tiredness and fatigue
· electrolyte balance
· normal energy yielding metabolism
· normal functioning of the nervous system
· normal muscle function
· normal protein synthesis
· normal psychological function
· the maintenance of normal bones
· the maintenance of normal teeth
· Magnesium has a role in the process of cell division
| Nutritional info | Per 100g | Serving 25g | Serving %RDA* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Portion in grams | 25 | ||
| Energy KJ/Kcal | 1681KJ/402Kcal | 420KJ/101Kcal | 5.00% |
| Fat | 6.5g | 1.6g | 2.32% |
| of which saturates | 1.7g | 0.4g | |
| Carbohydrate | 66.2g | 16.6g | 6.37% |
| of which sugars | 1.5g | 0.4g | 0.42% |
| Protein | 15.0g | 3.8g | 7.50% |
| Dietary Fibre | 1.4g | 0.4g | |
| Salt | 0.00mg | 0.00mg | 0.00% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.60mg | 0.15mg | 10.71% |
| Folate | 0.08mg | 0.02mg | 10.25% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.50mg | 0.38mg | 6.25% |
| Phosphorus | 156.00mg | 39.00mg | 5.57% |
| Magnesium | 69.40mg | 17.35mg | 4.63% |
| Iron | 2.10mg | 0.53mg | 3.75% |
| Manganese | 0.90mg | 0.23mg | 11.25% |
