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Barley is an excellent source of both soluble and insoluble fiber, which assures
you good overall health in the long term. If you are suffering from medical
conditions like hypertension, arthritis, asthma, skin problems, anemia, kidney
problems you can start consuming barley.
Consuming whole grain barley is better for blood glucose management because
of having a low glycaemic value.
Nutrition Facts:
Barley being an excellent source of fiber, can help to rid toxins from your
body. Barley grass is rich in dietary fiber, which acts as a fuel source to the
friendly bacteria in our large intestine. It also helps in maintaining healthy
colon.
Nutrients Values
Water 9.44
Energy 354
Protein 12.48
Total Lipid 2.3
Carbohydrate 73.48
Fiber 17.3
Sugar 0.8
Calcium 33
Iron 3.6
Magnesium 133
Phosphorus 264
Potassium 452
Sodium 12
Thiamine 0.65
Riboflavin 0.29
Niacin 4.6
Vitamin B6 0.36
Folate 19
Vitamin B12 0
Vitamin D 0
Fatty acids 0.48
Cholesterol 0
Health benefits:
4. Skin Care:
Barley is a good source of selenium, which helps preserve skin elasticity,
thereby protecting it against free radical damage.
1. Barley is a tall grass. It has hairy, upright stem that can reach 31.5 to
34.9inches in height.
2. The greatest quantity of produced barley is used as animal food.
3. Barely is used for malt production, which is the main ingredient of beer and
whiskey.
4. Barley is also used in the manufacture of vinegar.
5. Roasted barley was used as a coffee substitute during the first and second
world wars in Italy.
6. Greatest producer of barley in the world is Russia.
1.Pot and pearl barley can be found in most of the grocery stores. Uncooked
barley should be stored in an airtight container. Cooked barley should be stored
in an airtight container. We can store int he fridge for about 3 to 5 days and int
he freezer for about 1 month.