It exists as a staple food for the poorest of the Andean regions people. Quinoa has been priced out of reach for many of these people since it has become trendy in developed countries.
There are a number of “foods” which it would be a godsend to discover are (technically) edible, were one stranded with no access to normal sustenance. Why some people want to eat them regularly even when abundant more palatable comestibles are readily available is a mystery.
Bilan over 7 years ago
Nobody really eats it. Do they?
Nuliajuk over 7 years ago
I like it. It’s like couscous, but with a bit more nutrition.
IronHead83 over 7 years ago
well it didnt seem to be processed by my teeth in any way, nor could I taste it. Is it supposed to be turned into paste or something?
ehuss Premium Member over 7 years ago
It exists as a staple food for the poorest of the Andean regions people. Quinoa has been priced out of reach for many of these people since it has become trendy in developed countries.
Jefano Premium Member over 7 years ago
There are a number of “foods” which it would be a godsend to discover are (technically) edible, were one stranded with no access to normal sustenance. Why some people want to eat them regularly even when abundant more palatable comestibles are readily available is a mystery.
BubbleTape Premium Member over 7 years ago
the phenomena is called capitalism in partnership with marketing so some folks can make money. see EHUSS’s comment for consequences.
wellis1947 Premium Member over 7 years ago
Actually, you may consider it a “gift” from the Incas in the same way that tobacco was a “gift” from the American Indians.
wellis1947 Premium Member over 7 years ago
Actually, you may consider it a “gift” from the Incas in the same way that tobacco was a “gift” from the American Indians.
6turtle9 over 7 years ago
I think their time would be better spent pondering the persistence of willful ignorance.