Premium whole grain. Natural protein from the Andes. Heart healthy. Authentic from the Andes. Taste the difference. Ahhhhhthenticity. Taste the difference of rice grown in its natural environment. Native soils and climates affect its taste, scent and texture. Because we appreciate these differences, Village Harvest travels the world to bring the most authentic, premium rice to your table. The Incas called quinoa the mother of grain and fed it to their warriors before battle. Now people refer to it as a super grain since it offers a healthy balance of essential amino acids. Each of these nicknames is slightly off. Quinoa is actually a seed - not a grain - from a plant related to spinach, beets and Swiss chard. Call it what you will. We'll just call it delicious. FDA says that diets rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods and low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol may help reduce the risk of heart disease and other cancers. For more recipes, visit www.villageharvestrice.com. Product of Bolivia or Peru.