Why is quinoa controversial? Unpacking the ethical, environmental, and health debates
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According to a CBC News report from 2013, the soaring global demand for quinoa drove prices so high that it became unaffordable for many indigenous farmers in the Andean region who historically relied on it as a dietary staple. This raised the central question: **Why is quinoa controversial?** The answer involves a complex intersection of ethical, environmental, and health-related issues that challenge its 'superfood' reputation.
