Previously, we did not so often ate buckwheat, but after I learned about its medicinal qualities, buckwheat began to appear on our table almost every other day!
Buckwheat is a great substitute for rice porridge. And few people know that this grain is much more nutritious than other crops. The main component of the buckwheat food are carbohydrates, but it is also rich in minerals, antioxidants and proteins. Due to the fact that buckwheat carbohydrates have a lower glycemic index, it can be used without worrying about the increase in blood sugar.
In addition, the buckwheat a lot of starch and dietary fiber, which is incredibly good for the intestines. The amino acids that make up the buckwheat lower cholesterol, prevent the formation of gallstones, and even prevent the development of colon cancer.
And buckwheat contains a large amount of cellulose and starch, which are important for intestinal health.
Minerals in buckwheat is much more than, for example, corn or wheat. It contains barley as phosphorus, manganese, copper, magnesium.
It should be noted the high content of iron in the rump, which helps fight anemia.
With regular use of buckwheat you can normalize:
- blood sugar;
- blood pressure;
- lipid metabolism;
- the immune system;
- digestion;
- hemoglobin;
- bone health.
Contraindications
Buckwheat is considered hypoallergenic and in most cases does not cause any adverse reactions in the body! But still be careful if you are allergic to rice or latex. In this case, you may receive an allergic reaction, and buckwheat. Here are some symptoms may occur: rash, swelling, upset stomach and intestines and even allergic shock.
