Facts on Spelt:
- Berries can be used like other grains (rice, quinoa, amaranth) or ground into flour and used in place of whole wheat in recipes.
- Has a softer more cake like texture than red or even white whole wheat flour
- Contains less gluten than modern wheat so it's better tolerated by some but is still not safe for those with Celiac's disease.
- Is a cousin of wheat and nutritionally similar
- The tough hull of the spelt plant makes it more naturally resistant to pests and diseases than modern wheat, reducing the need for fertilizers and pesticides.
- Contains B-vitamins and the minerals iron, manganese and iron
- Whole grains including whole spelt aid digestive health, lower cholesterol, aid in blood pressure and weight control.
Sources/Resources for more information:
http://www.drweil.com/diet-nutrition/cooking-cookware/cooking-with-grains-spelt/
https://authoritynutrition.com/what-is-spelt/
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