May Prevent Atherosclerosis and Eliminate Varicose Veins

Amaranth's potassium concentration may help decrease blood pressure by dilating blood vessels and reducing the load on the cardiovascular system, potentially lessening the risk of developing atherosclerosis. Its presumably high phytosterol concentration helps to decrease LDL or bad cholesterol.

While not everyone is affected by this issue, varicose veins may be ugly and unpleasant as we age. Amaranth includes a variety of flavonoids, including rutin, which has been linked to the elimination of varicose veins by strengthening capillary walls. This is further assisted by its high vitamin C content, which is an essential component in the creation of collagen, which also aids in the repair and strengthening of blood vessel walls.