27/08/2026
PSEUDO-GRAINS
Pseudograins are seeds that look like grains. They are naturally gluten-free and therefore are a popular choice for those who follow a gluten-free or paleo diet!
Pseudograins, are edible and Gluten Free seeds belonging to dicotyledonous plant species that are known as such due to their similar physical appearance and starch content similar to true cereals (monocotyledonous)
of the Poaceae family) (Alvarez-Jubete et al
Pseudocereal Grains are becoming a current trend in human diets as gluten-free (GF) grains with excellent nutritional and nutraceutical value. Pseudocereals are a good source of starch, fiber, proteins, minerals, vitamins, and phytochemicals such as saponins, polyphenols, phytosterols, phytosteroids, and betalains with potential health benefits
Courtesy: Science Direct
BENEFITS:
Peudograins have high quantity of soluble fiber which helps to regulate bowel movement
Control hypercholesterolemia (presence of high plasma cholesterol levels)
Regulate hypertension (high blood pressure)
Fight against Cardiovascular diseases.
The ultimate result of consumption of pseudocereals either as a whole or in combination with true cereals as staple food
May help to retain the integrity of the human body which increases the life expectancy by slowing down the aging process.
Courtesy: NCBI Literature Resources
They are Anti-inflammatory
Anti-carcinogenic
Anti-microbial
Anti-oxidative
Gastrointestinal health
Immune modulating
Osteoporosis
Pre-biotic
Anti-hypertensive
Controls obesity
Anti-ageing
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