Health Benefits of kootu (Buckwheat)

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• Regular intake of buckwheat helps in reducing the risk of high cholesterol and high blood pressure. It is linked with lowering the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) and increasing HDL (health-promoting cholesterol).

• Buckwheat provides a rich supply of flavonoids, particularly rutin. These phytonutrients help in protecting against diseases by combining with vitamin C and acting as antioxidants. The flavonoids help in maintaining blood flow, keeping the platelets away from clotting excessively and protecting the LDL cholesterol from free radical oxidation into potentially harmful cholesterol oxides.

• The cereal grain is rich in magnesium, which helps in relaxing blood vessels and improving circulation and nutrient delivery. Buckwheat further helps in maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system.

• Buckwheat is also known to contribute to controlling the blood sugar levels. Studies prove that these grains significantly lower glucose and insulin responses. It also has the property of satisfying hunger and is effective in preventing diabetes.

• This grain contains high amounts of insoluble fiber, which is useful in avoiding gallstones in women. Furthermore, the fiber is highly effective against childhood asthma.

• Buckwheat contains phytonutrient plant lignans, which are converted into mammalian lignans by the natural microorganisms in our intestines. One such lignin, enterolactone, is immensely helpful in protecting against breast cancer.

• Regular intake of buckwheat is essential for postmenopausal women as it lowers the risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, breast cancer and other signs of cardiovascular disease.

• Buckwheat contains plenty of vitamins with B-complex and is recommended to people suffering from liver disorders and illnesses.

• This grain is rich in inosit, making it a well-balanced and low-calorie food. Buckwheat reduces fat accumulation and adjusts the body metabolism rate.

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Quantity: 100 grams Calories: 343 Calories in 100 grams Buckwheat in other languages: Hindi Kootu Tamil Kotu Malayalam Kootu Telugu Kuttu Marathi Kuttu Gujarati Kutti-no Daro Bengali Titaphapur Punjabi Kootu Urdu Kootu