Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) is an herbaceous annual crop of the amaranth family (Amaranthaceae). It is increasingly cultivated for its nutritious grains, which are rich in protein and essential amino acids, lipids, and minerals. Quinoa exhibits a high tolerance towards various abi...
Background Obesity is a major risk factor for cognitive impairment and related neurodegenerative disorders. Whole grains are rich in polyphenols and dietary fiber, and their consumption has been associated with improvements in obesity and cognitive deficits. Gut microbial genes encode enzymes tha...