Health Series #23. Buckwheat

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.

 

# 23. Buckwheat

Do you enjoy cold buckwheat noodle during summertime?

Buckwheat is a highly nutritious whole grain that is considered to be a superfood. The important health benefits of buckwheat include improving heart health, promoting weight loss, and helping manage diabetes.

 

-      Buckwheat is a good source of protein, 1. fi_______, and energy.

-      Buckwheat does not contain gluten, so for people with 2. Ce________ disease or gluten intolerances, buckwheat and buckwheat flour are excellent dietary alternatives.

-      Dietary fiber in buckwheat helps improve blood 3. cho_____________ levels, which, in turn, reduces the risk of 4. ________________ disease, diabetes, stroke, and obesity.

-      Buckwheat also contains vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, 5.nia_______, 

   6. fo_________, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B-6.

-      As a whole grain, buckwheat is a source of complex 7. car_________, which can help people manage their blood glucose levels.

 

 

Answer Keys

    1.  fiber

    2.  Celiac

    3.  cholesterol

    4.  heart

    5.  niacin

    6.  folate

    7.  carbohydrate

*source from Medical News Today

 

 

 Acrostic poem using BUCKWHEAT by Jean J. Lee

 

Bowls of buckwheat noodles

Unimaginably refreshing pick-me-up on a hot summer day

Cold buckwheat cereal makes a hearty breakfast as well

Kiss goodbye to the boring white flour

Welcome a lot of buckwheat in your pantry

Healthful grain replaces the bad old ingredient

Ebullient and simple dinner recipe is possible with buckwheat

Appreciate this golden whole grain

To the very last grain of buckwheat!

 

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