Quinoa is a seed from the Chenopodium quinoa plant, a plant that produces seeds instead of fruit. So technically it is not a grain. Whole grains, like oats and barley, are seeds of grasses, not plants. The technical definition of quinoa is actually a "pseudograin." However, since quinoa is prepared and eaten as a whole … Continue reading Quinoa: An Ancient South American Grain
Category: Whole Grains
Whole Grains: Barley
Although barley is not as popular as other whole grains like oats or wheat, the health perks associated with barley should not be overlooked. What are the benefits of eating barley? Barley is a good source of fiber (both soluble and insoluble), vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Barley also improves heart health and provides diabetes protection. … Continue reading Whole Grains: Barley
Oats and Health
Oats is a type of cereal grain from the Poaceae grass family of plants. The grain refers specifically to the edible seeds of oat grass, which is what ends up in our breakfast bowls. Oats are most prized for their nutritional value and health benefits. In fact the Food and Drug Administration allows the use … Continue reading Oats and Health
Go With The (Whole) Grains
Grains are seeds of grasses cultivated for food. They basically come in two varieties - whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains are intact seeds with their bran, germ, and endosperm. Click here to see a whole grain. The bran is the outer layer of the seed and contains mostly fiber. The endosperm is the largest … Continue reading Go With The (Whole) Grains
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