Amaranth helps with weight-Loss is gluten free and loaded with minerals, Mo Plants some about it.
Whole Grains Council gives a whole list of health benefits of Amaranth ranging from cutting cholesterol to helping with cardiovascular disease.

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See all the health benefits at this link.
http://wholegrainscouncil.org/whole-grains-101/health-benefits-of-amaranth