Is buckwheat a carb or protein?
Buckwheat is a part of the food group known as pseudocereals – these are seeds that are consumed as cereal grains; although, they don’t grow on grasses. Other types of pseudocereal include amaranth and quinoa. In spite of its name, buckwheat isn’t considered the same as wheat – in fact, it is gluten-free. Here, buckwheat […]
Is rye an inflammatory? The answer is yes
Rye bread has become more and more popular, especially in the health community. You’ll now see rye options at the grocery store, appearing as not only bread, but also pasta, crackers, and other baked goods. As rye, which is traditionally grown all over the world, makes its way into more options there have been concerns […]
Is amaranth good for IBS?
Amaranth is one of the latest buzzwords in the world of superfoods and nutritional masterpieces, and the benefits cited have been impressive. This is a grain that has been used for centuries by indigenous people as a food source, but it was not until recently that scientists began to take notice. But can amaranth really […]
9 Teff grain recipes
Teff is one of the oldest cultivated crops known to man. It is native to Ethiopia and Eritrea, where it grows wild along rivers and streams. Its name derives from the Amharic word “tèf”, meaning “to sprout”. Teff is often referred to as a grain because of its small size and round shape, but it […]
The health benefits of milling your own grains (filled full of nutrients)
Due to its versatility and sustainability, grain is often considered one of the best gifts from nature. If you’re unfamiliar with grain, it is a basic ingredient used by most of the world’s population thanks to its ease of growth and affordability. It is essential in creating delicious foods and the varieties we have access […]
11 Delicious whole grain crackers recipes you will love
If you aren’t already aware, whole grains are one of the best grains the Earth has to offer. Packed full of wonderful fiber, minerals, and antioxidants, a healthy intake of whole grains can only add to your health! However, as you wander around the store you may notice that there aren’t many whole grain cracker […]
15 Delicious mediterranean grain bowl recipes
Mediterranean grain bowls can be super healthy. And as you may already know, they just so happen to be really delicious to boot. Mediterranean grains can include bulgar, couscous, oats, quinoa, brown rice, barley, buckwheat, farro, millet, freekeh, spelt, and rye. So there are plenty of grains there to work with. You can fill them […]
Is amaranth good for arthritis?
Amaranth has long been touted as a superfood because of its high protein content, and fans claim that it can help to reduce inflammation in the body, offering a great solution to arthritis and other conditions. Can amaranth really offer benefits for arthritis, and how can it be used? We took a closer look at […]
5 Alkaline grains
I first heard about eating more alkaline foods on Instagram (of course, right?) and immediately wanted to see if grains or pseudo-grains fit into this category. Alkaline foods are often touted as being good for health, but what exactly are they? Are there any grains that are alkaline? And is it worth to eat more […]
Can diabetics eat buckwheat?
In our modern understanding of health and wellbeing, there are many ingredients that are becoming more and more popular – especially as we begin to more properly modify our diets to work for us in the most beneficial ways. One such ingredient is buckwheat, a healthy grain with many nutritional benefits. But what exactly is […]