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Barley

Barley is a whole cereal grain commonly used in soups, stews, breads, and porridges. It is known for its chewy texture and high soluble fiber content, especially in less-refined forms.

Beneficial properties

high in soluble fiber supports heart health supports digestive regularity helps with satiety whole-grain carbohydrate source

Nutritional highlights

Barley provides fiber, manganese, selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, and B vitamins, with beta-glucan as a notable soluble fiber.

Caution. Contains gluten and is not suitable for people with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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Recipes featuring Barley