Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Health Series #14: FARRO

It is natural to become physically weaker as one ages. However, it is possible to stay younger and healthier than your physical age by what you eat at your table every day. More and more medical research and studies have shown the medicinal properties and benefits of herbs and healthy diet.

As of this new year of 2024, let us stay healthy by looking into a variety of herbs one by one, their nutrition facts, and healthy diet so that we are able to lead a life with more confidence and constantly get ourselves back on track with aplomb even if we happen to deviate from the optimal state of health.

 

#14. Farro 



 Are you a grain lover? You might be familiar with rice, quinoa and barley, but what about farro? Farro is an ancient grain that has been around for thousands of years and popular in the Mediterranean type of cuisine. It contains lots of 1. fib______, 2. _________tein, 3. Mag___________, zinc, vitamin B3, minerals, and antioxidants. It’s a great alternative to refined grains and can easily be added to your diet. Using this versatile ingredient in your kitchen, you can enjoy Farro’s nutty flavor and chewy texture as risotto or hot cereal or in the form of soups or stews.

Since farro is an excellent source of fiber, frequent use of farro in your daily meal plans would lower risk of heart disease and 4. type-2 ______________. Also, farro would increase the levels of 5. __________-friendly bacteria.

One-fourth cup (47 grams) of whole grain emmer farro contains six grams of protein, which is similar to quinoa but higher than brown rice and whole grain wheat. When combined with other plant-based foods like legumes, farro offers a complete protein source. This means it provides an adequate amount of the essential 6. ami_________ __________ that are important for human health. It is good news for vegetarians, as well as anyone looking for plant-based, high-protein food sources.

 

One caveat with farro is that farro contains some 7. glu________, so it is not suitable for people with celiac disease or 8. glu___________ sensitivity.

 

Answer Keys

    1.  fiber

    2.  protein

    3.  Magnesium

    4.  diabetes

    5.  gut-friendly

    6.  amino acids

    7.  gluten

    8.  gluten

 

**source from healthline.com

 

Acrostic poem using FARRO by Jean J. Lee

Falling in love with this super grain

Another healthy addition to my daily bowls of grains

Ready-made boxes of processed foods are out

Rave reviews will be pouring on your meal plans

Optimum state of health is in store for you!

 

 


 

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