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Food For Better Health
LifeWinners Organic Food For Better Health
KEY INFORMATION
Hulled buckwheat is the fruit seed of a plant originally from Asia and Northern Europe.It has a unique triangular shape, is gluten free, and can be safely eaten by those with Celiac disease.
Buckwheat is healthy, low carbohydrate, gluten free and a great source of potassium, fiber, iron, protein and vitaminB6. It also benefts your immune system as it is a good source of magnesium, copper, zinc and manganese. Buckwheat is high in fibre and is a rich source of flavonoids which are known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory health benefits. While many people think that buckwheat is a cereal grain, it is actually a fruit seed. (We classify it as a grain on our website because it is categorized as such from a culinary perspective). In order to be edible, the outer hull must be removed, a process that requires special milling equipment due to its unusual shape. Buckwheat is a warming food and is classified by macrobiotics as a yang food. It is great for eating in the cold wint
COUNTRY/PLACE OF ORIGIN
China
DIETARY
Vegetarian
Trans-Fat Free
Gluten-Free
Lactose-Free
HypoallergenicPREPARATION
Can be eaten as a porridge for breakfast. Or mix with other wholegrains such as millet, brown rice, and quinoa for a nutri-dense meal.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Store in cool, dry place. Refrigerate for storage longer than 2 months.
NUTRITIONAL DATA
- Attributes
- Per Serving5g
- Protein5g
- Saturated Fat0g
- Sugars0g
- Fat1g
- Dietary Fibre11g
- Total Carbohydrates33g
- Serving Size50g
- Sodium4mg
- Energy155kcal
- Energy from Fat27kcal