Professor, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation Oksana Drapkina spoke about the benefits of pearl barley. According to her, of all cereals, only it contains the amino acid lysine, which is necessary for maintaining normal hormonal levels and the production of immune cells.
Lysine is not synthesized in the human body, so it must be regularly supplied from food.
— A number of phytochemicals, such as flavonoids, phytosterols and lignans, have been found in pearl barley, which may become promising agents in the fight against cardiovascular and oncological diseases, — the doctor noted.
More facts about pearl barley:
- Pearl barley contains almost 3 times more fiber than rice.
- It provides a long feeling of satiety – up to 5 hours.
- Fiber has a beneficial effect on the composition of the intestinal microbiota.
- 100 grams of cereals contain more than half the daily dose of selenium.
- Pearl barley contains almost half the daily requirement of phosphorus.
- Pearl barley contains a lot of manganese, cobalt, copper and chromium.
- It contains vitamins B5 and B6.
- And also vitamin PP, which improves carbohydrate metabolism, has a vasodilating effect, promotes wound healing.
Restrictions.
A large amount of fiber can cause increased gas formation and bloating.
Barley is a gluten-containing cereal, so it is contraindicated for people with celiac disease.
The doctor gave me a recipe for a healthy pearl barley salad with tomatoes.
Soak half a glass of pearl barley and cook until tender.
Cut 3-4 tomatoes into small pieces.
Cut one red onion into half rings, sprinkle with lemon juice and mix.
Add greens.
For dressing, mix the juice of half a lemon, 1 tsp sugar, a pinch of salt and 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Let the salad sit for 15-20 minutes.
Read also: Oncologist Karasev called lack of strength a possible sign of cancer
You can also read: Gastroenterologist Vyalov warned about the special danger of beer for the stomach
Read more: Doctors called a constantly bloated stomach the main sign of the “quietest” type of cancer
Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Oksana Drapkina Medicine Professor, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation