buckwheat

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qiáo mài

荞麦

immunity
balance
relaxation
energy

origin/history

  • first cultivated and domesticated in Inland Southeast Asia around 6000 BC

benefits/uses

  • supports immune system
  • prevents heart disease
  • manages diabetes
  • supports digestive health
  • lowers chances of gallstones
  • supports bone health
  • source of manganese, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, protein, and dietary fiber

ways to consume

  • consumed as noodles
  • roasted with seeds
  • flour made for pancakes
  • leaves cooked like spinach
  • roasted and boiled in teas

fun fact

  • buckwheat is not associated to wheat but it is related to knotweed, sorrel and rhubarb

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