Buckwheat is a highly nutritious pseudoceral which is very nutritious. Buckwheat is actually cereal like seeds of the flowering plant from the knotweed family. It is commonly know as KUTTU or KASHA. Buckwheat is very nutritious. It is gluten free and GUT friendly. Buckwheat is rich in resistant starch which helps control blood sugars, aids in weight loss and acts like a pre biotic. On an average Buckwheat provides more than 10% of the requirement of Protein, Fiber,B vitamins like Riboflavin(b2) and Niacin (B3). It is also an excellent source of Copper, Magnesium and Manganese. Not only is buckwheat a good source of protein in terms of quantity, it is a complete protein, containing all 9 of the essential amino acids that humans do not produce naturally and must consume through food. If you have celiac disease remember, buckwheat is one of the many great gluten free grain options! Buckwheat is helpful in disease conditions like Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity, High Cholesterol and in all of types of GUT related issues. It is easy to digest and helps relieve constipation and flatulence. Buckwheat can be cooked as whole into delicious porridge or salad dressings or can be made into atta and can be used for making roti, puri and also can be used in baked goods like cookies and breads. In India Buckwheat is most commonly consumed during the time of Fasting in the Northern part of India.
