For those who don’t suffer from any gluten intolerance's, buckwheat may not seem like a big deal. However, buckwheat wonderful superfood that deserves more attention.
Buckwheat is a fruit seed used as the perfect substitute for those who have intolerance's to gluten. Due to the demand for gluten-free products, buckwheat is available in all kinds of food, from risottos, soups, pancakes and more.
Apart from being a great alternative to wheat, buckwheat has an abundance of nutritional benefits. Here are 5 different ways buckwheat can enhance your daily diet:
Low GI
Eating high GI (glycemic index) foods can leave your body feeling lethargic, hungry and craving more refined sugar. Foods such as buckwheat have low GI, helping you feel fuller for longer, as well as reducing fluctuations in blood sugar.
High In Fibre
Fibre is crucial for our digestive health and regular bowel movements. With buckwheat you’ll be getting your fair share of fibres to help regulate your digestive system, as well as assist in the prevention of diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and bowel cancer.
Rich In Minerals
Buckwheat not only has plenty of fibre and protein, it also has essential minerals such as magnesium, manganese and zinc. These minerals are renowned for improving energy levels, metabolism as well as bone and cell formation, perfect for those who need a boost alongside their fitness goals.
Packed With B Vitamins
Looking for a healthy pick-me-up? Buckwheat has plenty of B vitamins such as B1, B2, and B6, to help boost and sustain your energy levels. B vitamins also assist the development of the brain and nervous system so both your mind and or body can perform to the best of their abilities.
Are you eating enough buckwheat? At Home Juice we use the superfood in our variety of vegan and gluten-free treats. Get your fill of buckwheat through our Mango and Lime Chia Pudding, Cacao and Berry Chia Pudding as well as our Paleo Nutella Bliss Balls.
Visit our flagship store in Docklands today to try our buckwheat-ful products or order them online: https://homejuice.com.au/shop/
You can also bulk order any of our products by calling 1300 464 729.
