Flour - Buckwheat

Description

Buckwheat contains good proportions of all essential amino acids (eight proteins that the body cannot manufacture). It is high in complex carbohydrates, has plenty of protein and B vitamins and is rich in minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, zinc, selenuim, iron and calcium. Is also cholesterol free and is almost fat free. It contains a substance that lowers and stabilizes blood glucose. Buckwheat is a gluten free grain and despite its name, contains no wheat. It is therefore safe for coeliac sufferers. Buckwheat does not contain any gluten thus making it a great alternative for people with an intolerance for the stuff. It has a high protein content, has all essential amino acids and is especially high in Lysine, Tryptophan and Arginine. This is particularly important since the body cannot produce essential amino acids on its own and depends entirely on food sources to get them. A rich source of minerals like Zinc, Iron, Copper, Manganese and B Vitamins, buckwheat is also low in fat. The little fat that it does contain is mostly monounsaturated which is the kind that makes olive oil good for the heart. The Magnesium also helps improve blood circulation and decreases blood pressure. Buckwheat has a lot of heart-healthy soluble fibre which helps reduce cholesterol, and also contains resistant starch, which boosts colon health and controls blood sugar levels. The flavonoids in buckwheat, Quercitin and Rutin, have healing and antioxidant properties.