Polba is a cereal that has recently been gaining popularity among health food seekers for a healthy diet! Although, it is worth saying that even earlier cereals were complained of for its high calorie content and nutritional value. Spelled was unconditionally included in the menu of many segments of the population. The price is affordable, and the results of its use have always been positive. But at one point, the demand for spelled subsided. There were times when the fashion for porridge subsided altogether. But still, it is very difficult to deny the benefits of cereal products in the diet of a modern person. Therefore, porridge returned to the tables, including spelled. Only now people are closely interested in whether spelled is harmful or beneficial to the human body, and what effect this product has on the health and general condition of the body. We are also interested in these questions. What we managed to learn about spelled, we will describe in this article.

Spelled: benefits and harms to the body

Today spelled, the benefits and harms of which are discussed by experienced adherents of a healthy diet, is gaining popularity and is in demand. What is this cereal and why do many people like it very much?

Spelled- a grain that has a very large external similarity with the wheat that is familiar to us. However, these grains have much harder scales. Spikelets of this crop are larger than wheat. Spelled is often referred to as wild wheat. And it is no coincidence. At some point, it was no longer grown as a cultivated plant. Due to the hardness of the grain and the capriciousness of the plant itself, the culture faded into the background, and then the spelled was completely ceased to be cultivated. However, in many places in the vastness of our country, you can still find wild-growing spelt, of course, not at all in the amount that is customary to grow to get a rich harvest.

Today, in some regions of Russia, the cultivation of this crop is being revived. After all, it turns out that it is of great benefit to the human body.

You can find spelt under other names - two-grain, emmer, farro. Pay attention to the opportunity to purchase this cereal for cooking delicious dishes. After all, spelled is not only healthy, but also incredibly tasty!

Spelled: benefits for the body

Before moving on to listing the useful qualities and properties of spelled, consider its composition. After all, it depends on the composition how the product will affect the human body.

The nutritional value of this cereal per 100 g of product is:

• proteins - 5.4 g;
• fats - 0.85 g;
• carbohydrates - 27g.

For 100 g of edible suspension - 327 Kcal.

• Vitamins: B1; IN 2; AT 6; AT 9; RR; E; TO.
• Minerals: phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, chromium, silicon, iron, zinc, copper, selenium.
• Omega-3 and Omega-6 acids;
• Useful dietary fiber, fiber.

The unique composition of this cereal provides the body's need for vitamins, minerals and bioactive substances. Spelled is quite tasty and satisfying.

The benefits of eating spelled:

• Reduces the amount of bad cholesterol.
• Helps flatten the glycemic curve for people with diabetes.
• Helps to get rid of extra pounds safely and smoothly.
• Improves the functioning of the digestive system.
• Saturates the blood and helps to improve the blood formula.
• Calms the nervous system, helps to resist stressful situations.
• Strengthens musculoskeletal tissues.
• Stabilizes the hormonal background.
• Accelerates metabolic processes.
• Energizes, rejuvenates.
• Strengthens immunity.

Previously, spelled was given to children, people who had an illness, soldiers going on campaigns. This cereal was considered curative. People believed that it would help restore strength, protect against stress and illness. And this is unfounded. One has only to return to the composition of this wonderful culture and understand that this cereal contains a huge amount of substances useful for the human body.

What is useful spelled for women

Spelled, in addition to the listed vitamins and minerals, contains folic acid. This element is extremely useful for the female body. Including spelt in her diet, a woman takes care of the health of her own reproductive system. Spelled porridge is very satisfying and at the same time it does not give ground for gaining extra pounds. By including this cereal in the diet, you can not only save the figure, but also engage in its recovery after childbirth, other processes that give hormonal failure. Spelled saturates the female body with substances that can protect against aging, increase skin elasticity and restore healthy nails and hair. Spelled is good in preparation for pregnancy and (if there are no contraindications) lactation. This product prevents exhaustion of the body and gives strength.

Men take note

Spelled is good not only for women. This product contains nicotinic acid, a substance that promotes the production of testosterone. This cereal contains a useful vegetable protein that promotes the transformation of adipose tissue into muscle. Spelled is good for taking care of the heart and blood vessels. This product plays an important role in protecting the nervous system from stress. Men engaged in heavy physical labor, professionally involved in sports, leading an active lifestyle, will appreciate this product. Spelled gives saturation, charges with vigor and strength, but at the same time does not cause heaviness in the stomach, does not cause weight gain.

Is spelled harmful

There are no ideal products that can be used by everyone and always. Polba is no exception! There are a number of contraindications for the use of this cereal.

You should not try the product if:

• there is an individual intolerance to gluten;
• there have been cases of allergic reactions to cereal products, including spelled;
• there is an acute period of intestinal upset (infectious nature, poisoning);
• there is an acute period of peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum;
• intestinal obstruction was diagnosed;
• children's age up to 3 years;
• prescribed a diet that excludes cereals.

For any chronic and acute diseases, it is necessary to consult a specialist regarding the admissibility of including spelled in the diet.

How to eat spelled

This cereal crop is very much appreciated in cooking!

What is not cooked from spelled:

• soups;
• cereals;
• multi-grain side dishes;
• desserts;
• pastries.

This is a very satisfying and tasty base that should be included in the diet. Many people like spelled porridge, as it has a delicate, satiating taste. However, many people like other food options with this ingredient.

Flour is made from spelt. Pasta, buns, pies, pies and bread are prepared from such flour. It is important to note that pastries made from such flour quickly become stale, so you should not stock up on spelled flour products for future use.

Spelled pasta is a different story! It is believed that this type of product is more useful and safe for the figure. Eating spelled pasta, you can not be afraid for body weight. The taste of such pasta is in many ways superior to the usual spaghetti made from wheat flour. The taste is brighter and more pleasant. Many refuse pasta made from ordinary flour in favor of precisely those made from spelled.

They eat spelt and sprouted. This food option is close to many adherents of a healthy lifestyle. Vitamin mixes, salads, main dishes are made from this version of the product. Spelled is added to dressings and sauces. It is tasty and healthy in drinks (smoothies).

Where and how else is spelled used

Spelled spikelets are used for decoration of premises. A bouquet of golden large ears looks original, cozy, warm. The culture is used to make ikebana. Crafts and paintings are made from spelled seeds.

How to choose and store spelled

When choosing a product, you should pay attention to the integrity of the grains. They should be dense, a pleasant dark wheaten shade. Spelled has a subtle aroma, it is pleasant, reminiscent of wheat. All grains are approximately the same size.

Groats should be stored in a dark, dry place. Storage temperature should not exceed 30 degrees of heat, and 4 degrees of coolness.

A hermetically sealed product has a long shelf life. But it is important to periodically check the suspension for the presence of a bug and putrefactive inclusions.

Useful and tasty spelled to your table!

As a result, we can conclude that spelled is a very valuable cereal for our body. If there are no general contraindications and individual intolerance to the product, it is worth trying spelled and culinary products based on it. Surely this cereal will take its place of honor in your diet.

Reading 9 min. Published on 30.12.2019

Many have heard of such cereals as spelled. However, not everyone knows what it is. Let's talk in more detail about what kind of cereal it is, how useful it is and what dishes can be prepared from it.

Many have heard of such cereals as spelled. She is often mentioned in Russian folk tales, works of classics. However, not everyone knows what it is. Meanwhile, it can be found on the shelves of Russian stores today. Let's talk in more detail about what spelled groats are, when they began to eat it and how to cook it properly.

What is spelled and how it grows

Spelled is a group consisting of several varieties of wheat. It includes two-grain, einkorn, spelled and some other varieties. The distinctive features of all these cereals include the following:

• the presence of films that cannot be completely threshed;
• brittle spikelet;
• resistance to fungal diseases (for example, ergot).

But the main advantages that made spelled popular all over the world are its extreme unpretentiousness and the speed of grain ripening. Because of this, northern peoples (including Russians) especially fell in love with it, since other varieties of wheat do not tolerate frost well and do not always fully ripen in the short summer season.

Otherwise, the cultivation and processing of spelled do not differ from those of other varieties of cultivated wheat.

Today, scientists believe that all other varieties of wheat originated from spelt. This happened in the Middle East, when man first began to collect and eat the seeds of a wild cereal plant, which has the Latin name Triticum dicoccoides (wild viper).

Soon people guessed not just to collect the seeds of meadow grasses, but to plant them on their own. As a result of the selection of the best specimens, the first cultivated wheat was obtained from the wild dicorn. It is believed that this happened in ancient Sumer. This is indicated by archaeological excavations, as well as references to grown grain on clay cuneiform tablets, with the help of which they kept records of temple and royal property.

Wheat soon spread throughout the Middle East. This is evidenced by the finds of archaeologists and references in various written sources (for example, in the Old Testament of the Bible, Homer's Odyssey). And after some time spelled spread throughout the world. Despite the fact that other varieties of wheat were bred over time, it has not lost its popularity, since it is able to endure many adverse conditions.

In Russia, spelled was also of great importance. Even 200 years ago, at the beginning of the 19th century, it was the main food of the Russian peasantry, as well as other agricultural peoples who inhabited the Russian Empire. For the first time, this variety of wheat came to Russia around the 10th century (presumably it was brought by the Greeks after baptism). In Western Europe, cereal appeared a little later - in the XI - XII centuries.

Spelled was actively cultivated until the middle of the 19th century. Then she gave way to new varieties, which, while maintaining her endurance and unpretentiousness, were distinguished by greater productivity and better taste.

Today spelled continues to be cultivated, but not on such a scale. It is in great demand among adherents of a healthy lifestyle, as it is rich in substances useful for the human body. In addition, if you include this cereal in your diet during a diet, you can achieve good results and lose weight.

Most often they sell crushed spelled. You can also find cereals in bags. It's easier to cook. Whole-grain spelt is much less common. It is much better than crushed, as it retains its taste qualities well during cooking and does not boil so much.

The composition and calorie content of spelled

Spelled contains:

• B vitamins of almost all types, as well as vitamin E;
• a large number of mineral compounds necessary for the full functioning of the body (among them zinc, magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, iron);
• a lot of fiber and vegetable protein compounds.

The calorie content of 100 grams of cereal is 337 kilocalories. This is a fairly high figure, which will provide satiety for several hours. It is due to the fact that spelled contains not only fiber, but also a large amount of vegetable protein (more than other varieties of wheat).

The benefits of spelled for the body

In the 1980s of the twentieth century, in the course of scientific research in the field of nutrition, it was revealed that emmer was ideal for a healthy diet. This is due to the peculiarities of its composition:

• due to the presence in it of a large number of different types of B vitamins, cereal dishes normalize metabolic processes during which the body produces protein, creates new cells;
• due to the content of many mineral compounds, nervous and cardiac activity is normalized, metabolism improves.

The role of fiber, which is the most in cereal, deserves special attention. Due to the relatively large size of the fibers, it has a beneficial effect on intestinal motility, normalizing the functioning of the digestive system. In addition, fiber does not overload the organs of the gastrointestinal tract, since it does not create an additional load on them.

Spelled also strengthens the immune system and normalizes blood sugar levels.

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Spelled harm

The harm of spelled is in its excessive calorie content. This is a very satisfying cereal. Therefore, if you eat dishes from it at least once a day, you need to provide the body with sufficient physical activity. Otherwise, the resulting carbohydrates are not converted into energy, but are transformed into adipose tissue. This will result in weight gain.

In addition, too frequent use of spelt can adversely affect bowel function. This is the flip side of its benefits, caused by the large size of the fibers. When eaten in moderation, they have an extremely beneficial effect on the body, but when abused, they can do harm. Harm can be expressed in heaviness on the stomach, worsening of the stool, excessive flatulence.

The spelled diet

Due to its excellent nutritional and beneficial properties, spelled is often used in dietetics for weight loss. The rules for a simple spelled diet are as follows:

• daily food is divided into 5 small portions, which are eaten once every 2-3 hours;
• 2 of these 5 servings should be spelled dishes weighing no more than 150 grams;
• spelled dishes are best consumed in the morning (the best option is for breakfast and lunch);
• the time of eating the rest of the dishes a person who adheres to a diet determines at his discretion;
• alcoholic and caffeinated drinks (tea, coffee, energy drinks) are completely excluded from the diet.

It must be remembered that the dosage of spelled in 150 grams is conditional. Proportions are determined in each case individually. It is important that the dish saturates a person, while leaving him with a light, barely perceptible feeling of hunger.

It is also very important that during the diet a person spend exactly as much energy as he received. Since spelled is very high in calories, various physical activities are necessary. You don’t need to do anything supernatural - in this case, a ten-minute run once a day will be enough. If there is no opportunity to run, you can do squats or push-ups until slight fatigue sets in.

How to cook spelled

At first glance, spelled dishes do not differ in taste. In fact, this is not so - cereals can be cooked really tasty right at home. Let's look at a few recipes.

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Simple spelled porridge

Porridge is the easiest option for making spelled. It can be boiled both in water and in milk. In the first case, it is perfect as a side dish, in the second it can be eaten as an independent dish. So, how to cook spelled porridge?

For cooking you will need:

• rinse spelled twice;
• pour one glass of cereal with one and a half glasses of water and leave to settle for an hour;
• drain the water in which the wheat settled, pour it with 2 glasses of water or milk;
• over medium heat, bring the porridge to a boil;
• after boiling, reduce the heat and cook the porridge for 30 - 40 minutes.

If you need to get a firmer porridge, then it is boiled for 15 - 20 minutes, and then let it brew in a pan with a lid for 10 minutes.

The output is boiled spelt - a traditional dish that was an important part of the diet of Russian peasants in the time of Pushkin. It is better to use it as an element of the diet.

Spelled with meat in a slow cooker

From spelled, you can cook a tasty and healthy dish with meat in a slow cooker. To do this, you need to put there:

• 2 cups of cereals;
• 1 glass of water;
• 250 grams of pork;
• onion cut into rings of medium size;
• half a medium carrot, cut into rings;
• 2 - 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil;
• seasonings and spices to taste, salt.

After that, set the parameters similar to the settings for cooking pilaf. The result is a delicious spelled meat porridge.

As in the case of porridge, cereals must be soaked before cooking. Otherwise, it will be too hard.

This dish is not suitable for spelled diet. You can cook it if you want something tasty and healthy.

Spelled soup

Spelled soups have become popular today. Here's what you need to prepare a simple first course with this cereal:

• 400 grams of pork pulp;
• 2 medium potatoes;
• 1 carrot;
• 2 medium onions;
• half a glass of spelt;
• celery and parsley to taste;
• 2 bay leaves.

To prepare soup, you will need to follow these steps:

• fill spelled with water and leave to soak for 1 hour;
• rinse the meat and cook it over low heat for 1 hour;
• chop onions, carrots and herbs and sauté in vegetable oil for 10 minutes;
• put spelled in the broth and cook for 30 minutes;
• put the potatoes in the broth and cook for another 20 minutes;
• add sauté and bay leaf, cook for another 10 minutes.

That's it, the soup is ready. The dish turns out to be very tasty, nutritious, and most importantly - useful for the body.

How to store spelled

Spelled is stored in the same way as any other wheat groats. Here are the optimal conditions for this:

• air humidity is not more than 70%;
• ambient temperature is not higher than 20 - 25 degrees Celsius;
• darkness or twilight;
• tightly closed container.

In such conditions, cereals can be stored for several years. However, storage for more than a year is not recommended - after this period, spelled will lose its taste properties, and the vitamins and trace elements contained in it will collapse.

Of course, there are many more dishes from spelled. Here are the simplest ones. Anyone can make them.

Conclusion

Spelled is a type of wheat groats. It is made from special varieties of cereals, which differ not only in early maturity and unpretentiousness, but also in benefits for the human body. It is thanks to this that cereals have become popular with those who adhere to a healthy lifestyle or want to lose weight. Most often they eat boiled cereals, but other dishes are also prepared from it: soups, cereals with meat in a slow cooker. There are also special spelled diets, which involve eating cereals at least twice a day. During them, it is important not to overdo it. Eating too much spelt can lead to weight gain rather than weight loss. In addition, excessive amounts of fiber can adversely affect digestion.

Spelled (spelt), uncooked rich in vitamins and minerals such as: vitamin B1 - 24.3%, vitamin B5 - 21.4%, vitamin B6 - 11.5%, vitamin B9 - 11.3%, vitamin PP - 34.2%, potassium - 15.5%, magnesium - 34%, phosphorus - 50.1%, iron - 24.7%, manganese - 149.2%, copper - 51.1%, selenium - 21.3%, zinc - 27.3 %

What is useful Spelled (spelt), unprepared

• Vitamin B1 is part of the most important enzymes of carbohydrate and energy metabolism, providing the body with energy and plastic substances, as well as the metabolism of branched-chain amino acids. The lack of this vitamin leads to serious disorders of the nervous, digestive and cardiovascular systems.
• Vitamin B5 participates in protein, fat, carbohydrate metabolism, cholesterol metabolism, the synthesis of a number of hormones, hemoglobin, promotes the absorption of amino acids and sugars in the intestine, supports the function of the adrenal cortex. A lack of pantothenic acid can lead to damage to the skin and mucous membranes.
• Vitamin B6 participates in the maintenance of the immune response, the processes of inhibition and excitation in the central nervous system, in the transformation of amino acids, the metabolism of tryptophan, lipids and nucleic acids, contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells, maintaining a normal level of homocysteine ​​in the blood. Insufficient intake of vitamin B6 is accompanied by a decrease in appetite, a violation of the condition of the skin, the development of homocysteinemia, anemia.
• Vitamin B9 as a coenzyme involved in the metabolism of nucleic and amino acids. Folate deficiency leads to a disruption in the synthesis of nucleic acids and protein, resulting in inhibition of cell growth and division, especially in rapidly proliferating tissues: bone marrow, intestinal epithelium, etc. Insufficient folate intake during pregnancy is one of the causes of prematurity, malnutrition, and congenital deformities and developmental disorders of the child. A strong relationship was shown between the level of folate, homocysteine ​​and the risk of cardiovascular disease.
• Vitamin PP participates in redox reactions of energy metabolism. Inadequate vitamin intake is accompanied by a violation of the normal state of the skin, gastrointestinal tract and nervous system.
• Potassium is the main intracellular ion involved in the regulation of water, acid and electrolyte balance, is involved in the processes of nerve impulses, pressure regulation.
• Magnesium participates in energy metabolism, synthesis of proteins, nucleic acids, has a stabilizing effect on membranes, is necessary to maintain homeostasis of calcium, potassium and sodium. Lack of magnesium leads to hypomagnesemia, increased risk of developing hypertension, heart disease.
• Phosphorus takes part in many physiological processes, including energy metabolism, regulates acid-base balance, is part of phospholipids, nucleotides and nucleic acids, is necessary for the mineralization of bones and teeth. Deficiency leads to anorexia, anemia, rickets.
• Iron is a part of proteins of various functions, including enzymes. Participates in the transport of electrons, oxygen, ensures the occurrence of redox reactions and activation of peroxidation. Insufficient consumption leads to hypochromic anemia, myoglobin deficiency atony of skeletal muscles, increased fatigue, myocardiopathy, atrophic gastritis.
• Manganese participates in the formation of bone and connective tissue, is part of the enzymes involved in the metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates, catecholamines; necessary for the synthesis of cholesterol and nucleotides. Insufficient consumption is accompanied by growth retardation, disorders in the reproductive system, increased fragility of bone tissue, disorders of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.
• Copper is part of the enzymes that have redox activity and are involved in the metabolism of iron, stimulates the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates. Participates in the processes of providing tissues of the human body with oxygen. Deficiency is manifested by violations of the formation of the cardiovascular system and skeleton, the development of connective tissue dysplasia.
• Selenium- an essential element of the antioxidant defense system of the human body, has an immunomodulatory effect, is involved in the regulation of the action of thyroid hormones. Deficiency leads to Kashin-Bek's disease (osteoarthritis with multiple deformities of the joints, spine and limbs), Keshan's disease (endemic myocardiopathy), and hereditary thrombasthenia.
• Zinc is part of more than 300 enzymes, is involved in the synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nucleic acids and in the regulation of the expression of a number of genes. Insufficient intake leads to anemia, secondary immunodeficiency, liver cirrhosis, sexual dysfunction, and fetal malformations. Recent studies have revealed the ability of high doses of zinc to disrupt the absorption of copper and thereby contribute to the development of anemia.

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The benefits and harms of spelled are a very interesting question, especially when you consider that many have not even heard of such cereals. To appreciate it, you need to figure out what spelled is and what unique properties it has.

What is spelled and where does it grow

A grain crop called spelt is a cereal plant with reddish-brown spikelets and oblong dark grains. The countries of the Mediterranean are considered the birthplace of cereals, the first mention of this cereal is found in ancient Egypt, Babylon, Greece, Turkey and Armenia. At the moment, the cereal is actively cultivated in Iran and India, in America, and in Russia - in the southern regions of Dagestan.

Groats were most popular in Russia in the 18th and 19th centuries and were considered a wild variety of wheat. In the 20th century, it was found that it is more correct to define spelt as a separate cereal crop, which is rather the progenitor of wheat.

In the middle of the last century, cereals almost went out of everyday use, supplanted by numerous varieties that are easier to grow and process. Only in recent years, increased interest in spelled has revived again, fans of a healthy diet have appreciated a lot of useful properties of this cereal.

The chemical composition and calorie content of spelled

The yield of spelled is not very high; it is difficult to clean and thresh grains. However, these shortcomings are redeemed by the richest composition of cereals. It contains:

• dietary fiber, or fiber;
• fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6;
• valuable mineral components potassium, phosphorus, calcium, sodium and magnesium;
• macronutrients iron, zinc, selenium and copper;
• manganese, when eating a small amount of cereals, you can get half the daily value of this element;
• a huge amount of B vitamins, namely B1, B2, B6 and B9;
• vitamin E;
• nicotinic acid RR.

The calorie content of 100 g of cereal is 337 calories. In boiled form, the nutritional properties of the product are slightly reduced - up to 127 calories per 100 g.

Given the beneficial properties of spelled groats, it is not surprising that, in the wake of interest in healthy eating, breeders have again begun active work on improving the cereal crop.

Spelled glycemic index

Spelled groats are a product useful for consumption in diabetes mellitus. The glycemic index of cereals is 40 units. The indicator means that spelled porridge is safe for moderate use in this disease and does not lead to a sharp increase in blood sugar.

Is there gluten in spelled

Many people suffer from gluten intolerance, in other words, they do not digest the gluten found in most cereals. Gluten is also present in spelled, so it cannot be considered an absolutely safe product. But at the same time, cereals contain much less gluten than ordinary wheat. Therefore, in small quantities, the product can take its place even in the diet of celiac patients.

The benefits of spelled for the body

The rich composition and unique features of cereals give it many useful properties. With regular use, the benefits of spelled groats are manifested in the fact that it:

• lowers the level of bad cholesterol and protects blood vessels from atherosclerotic plaques;
• speeds up metabolism and strengthens the immune system;
• normalizes blood pressure and glucose levels;
• contributes to the normal functioning of the stomach, helps to get rid of the problem of constipation;
• cleanses the body, quickly removing toxins and toxic substances from it;
• strengthens bone tissue;
• qualitatively improves blood composition, preventing the development of anemia;
• has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and brain activity.

Croup is an effective prevention of oncology, its properties prevent the occurrence of malignant tumors.

Spelled for weight loss

The low calorie content of boiled cereals makes it an ideal product for weight loss. Spelled porridge saturates well, but at the same time does not harm the figure, helps to remove excess substances from the body and replenishes the supply of vitamins and minerals. It is very reasonable to use it as a basis for dietary nutrition; cereals will help you say goodbye to extra pounds in just a few days.

During weight loss, the benefits of spelled bread will be great - it has a pleasant taste, but less calories than regular wheat bread.

The spelled diet

Healthy cereals contain all the substances necessary for the body and are well absorbed by the stomach. Therefore, spelled is great for a mono-diet - a diet based on just one product.

The rules of the spelled diet are quite simple.

1. The duration of the diet should be from 3 to 7 days, but no more, otherwise the body will be harmed.
2. During the diet, you can only eat cereals boiled in water without sugar and salt. You can also leave vegetables, fruits, lean poultry and fish in the diet, but in minimal quantities.
3. The daily portion of spelt should be divided into 5 or 6 small meals, throughout the day the porridge is actively washed down with plain water.

For a weekly diet on cereals, you can lose about 5 kg and not get harm to your health.

Is it possible to spelt while breastfeeding

During lactation, cereals are the basis of the diet of a young mother. Spelled is highly recommended for use, since it delivers a maximum of useful substances to the woman's body, and they are passed on to the child with breast milk.

However, it must be remembered that cereals contain a small amount of gluten and can harm the baby by causing allergies. Therefore, it should be introduced into the diet gradually and in small portions, observing the reaction of the child.

From what age can spelled be given to children

Porridge from spelled groats is introduced into the diet of babies simultaneously with other cereals, starting from 8 months. The first portions of porridge should be very small, you need to make sure that gluten does not cause allergies in the child.

Attention! Since croup has some contraindications, you need to consult a doctor before introducing it into the baby's diet.

What is useful spelt for gout

The cause of gout is a severe metabolic disorder, due to which harmful salts of uric acid accumulate in the joints of a person. The benefit of spelled porridge is that the product effectively speeds up metabolism, which will be especially valuable for patients with gout. Slags, toxins and excess salts will stop lingering in the body, and attacks of the disease will occur less frequently.

Is spelt good for gastritis

Due to its rigid structure during an exacerbation of gastritis, croup is not recommended for use, it will irritate the walls of the stomach. But during the period of remission, its properties will be very useful, it will improve metabolism and promote healthy secretion of gastric juice.

The use of spelt for medicinal purposes

There are several interesting recipes that show the benefits of spelled flour. If it is used correctly, it will become an effective medicine.

cough mixture

A healthy cereal will help with a cold cough if you prepare the following remedy from it:

• Grind 20 g of hard grains in a blender or coffee grinder to a state of flour;
• mix with beaten yolks of 2 eggs and 40 g of honey;
• add 2 large spoons of butter;
• to stir thoroughly.

The healing mixture is taken three times a day before meals, 1 teaspoon until the cough subsides.

Porridge with honey for diarrhea

Another cereal-based remedy will help quickly stop diarrhea. Necessary:

• Grind 50 g of spelled grains into flour, and then calcine it in a hot dry frying pan;
• boil water in the volume of one glass and, stirring, pour flour into it;
• remove the porridge from the stove and add 40 g of honey to it.

Porridge is used for diarrhea in small portions, it has pronounced fixing properties.

Spelled in home cosmetology

Useful properties of spelt are used not only in cooking, but also for facial skin care. They exfoliate the keratinized particles of the epidermis, making the skin softer, and at the same time saturate it with valuable vitamins.

Face masks

To soften and refresh the skin, you can prepare this mask:

• 2 large spoons of spelled are mixed with 25 g of fat sour cream;
• add 1 raw egg and mix well;
• distribute the mask over the face for half an hour.

Scrub for face and body

The croup works very well as a scrub. To deeply cleanse and smooth the skin on the face and body, you can make this tool:

• grains are ground in a coffee grinder or blender and mixed with coffee;
• honey is added to give the scrub a sufficiently thick consistency;
• Apply to the face and lightly massage the skin for several minutes, after which the product is washed off.

How to cook spelled

The main area of ​​application of cereals is still cooking. Most often, porridge is cooked from it, but sometimes the grains are germinated and eaten raw or made into bread. The benefit of sprouted spelt is that there is more fiber and vegetable acids in it than in ordinary grains.

Spelled porridge on the water

The easiest way is to cook cereals in water, it will turn out tasty and will not harm even with a sensitive stomach. Of the ingredients, you only need 1 glass of spelt, a little salt and 3 glasses of water.

1. Before you cook spelled, grits are sorted and washed thoroughly.
2. Then the cereal is poured with 3 glasses of water, put on the stove and the fire is added to strong.
3. When the porridge boils, the fire will need to be reduced and the pan covered with a lid.

The porridge is boiled for half an hour, stirring regularly, and tasted from time to time. A couple of minutes before cooking, salt is added to the porridge and, if desired, sugar, and the dish can also be seasoned with a piece of butter.

Spelled porridge with milk

In the absence of contraindications and good lactose tolerance, cereals can be cooked in milk, although it must be borne in mind that it will be more high-calorie. Cooking porridge is very easy.

1. A glass of cereal is poured with water and left for at least 4 hours, and preferably all night.
2. After soaking, the cereals are washed under a tap, and then 500 ml of milk is poured and put on medium heat.
3. Cook porridge for about half an hour, tasting from time to time. Salt is added before removing from the stove.

Advice! When spelled with milk is ready, you will need to close it with a lid and wait another half an hour. Properly evaporated porridge is much tastier.

spelled pasta

Grains of cereals serve as raw materials for the creation of flour, and from it, in turn, spelled pasta is made. They differ from wheat pasta in color - spelled pasta is dark, almost brown. However, the main difference lies in the properties of the products.

1. Spelled pasta is made without the addition of any chemicals, starch or dyes. They are more natural and do not harm the body.
2. The benefits of spelled pasta are higher because they contain more protein and vitamins.
3. Dark spelled pasta due to the minimal processing of flour has a richer taste and aroma.

Spelled pasta is much healthier than ordinary white pasta, and is allowed for use even with ailments of the stomach and intestines.

Important! Browns need to cook a little longer than wheat whites - about 10 minutes.

Spelled in a slow cooker

A slow cooker helps you quickly and without any hassle to cook really interesting and tasty cereal-based cereals. For example, in just an hour you can make porridge with mushrooms and vegetables and spend almost no effort.

The following recipe is popular:

• 500 g of washed cereals, 200 g of chopped mushrooms, 1 chopped onion are poured into the multicooker bowl;
• rub 1 medium carrot on a grater and add to the ingredients;
• porridge components pour 200 ml of olive oil and 2 glasses of water, add pepper and salt to taste;
• the kitchen appliance is put into the “frying” mode for a quarter of an hour, and then the “quenching” mode is started for another half an hour.

Ready porridge can be seasoned with herbs or pieces of fruit.

Spelled harm and contraindications

Spelled groats benefit almost everyone, and the harm from it is minimal. The product has very few contraindications:

• severe allergy to gluten, albeit in small quantities, but it is contained in spelled;
• wheat intolerance.

The harmful properties of spelt are that it cannot be consumed in large quantities; due to the high content of carbohydrates, it will cause flatulence and bloating. A small bowl of porridge three times a week will be enough.

What is the difference between spelled and wheat

The two cereals are very similar to each other and are close relatives. But they have important differences.

Useful elements in spelled are contained in large volumes, it has a higher content of copper, manganese and zinc. But the substances that cause flatulence and bloating, spelled contains less. Therefore, it is generally safer to use it for well-being than wheat - indigestion after spelled is rare.

How to choose and store spelled

The popularity of spelled is gradually returning, and now you can find it not only in specialized health food stores. Groats are also found in ordinary supermarkets. The benefits and harms of spelled flour and cereals depend mainly on the quality of the product.

Choosing a product is very simple, you need to pay attention to:

• production and shelf life - spelled should not be expired;
• tightness of the package;
• the color and composition of cereals - a good spelled has a dark golden hue, and there are no debris and husks in it.

Spelled from an open package is recommended to pour into a dry plastic container and refrigerate. Low temperature will not harm the properties of the cereal, and at the same time, spelled will not absorb the aromas of other products in the kitchen cabinet. As for the shelf life, cereals from an opened package can be used for 8 months.

Conclusion

The benefits and harms of spelled are determined by the quality of the cereal and how competently it is cooked. Well-boiled spelt will benefit everyone who does not have a pronounced allergy to gluten.

Spelled is a grain that is a subspecies of wheat. It is similar to her in appearance and composition. However, spelled has a tougher husk and contains more nutrients than wheat. Due to its beneficial properties, it is known as a medicine.

Spelled can be consumed as a whole grain, which resembles rice, or you can make flour from it, which is sometimes replaced with wheat. Bread, pasta, cookies, crackers, cakes, muffins, pancakes and waffles are made from such flour.

The composition and calorie content of spelled

Like most whole grains, spelled is a rich source of fiber and carbohydrates. It contains protein, vitamins and minerals.

Consider the chemical composition of spelt, presented as a percentage of the daily human norm.

Vitamins:

• B3 - 34%;
• B1 - 24%;
• B5 - 11%;
• B6 - 11%;
• B9 - 11%.

Minerals:

Calorie spelled - 338 kcal per 100 gr.

The composition and structure of spelt make it a healthy product. It has a positive effect on the work and condition of internal organs, and also normalizes the work of individual body systems.

For muscles and bones

Spelled is a source of important minerals that are essential for bone health. These include zinc, magnesium, copper, phosphorus and selenium. These minerals form bone tissue and also prevent the development of osteoporosis and other age-related problems that weaken bones.

Phosphorus in combination with the protein in spelled is useful for the development and growth of new tissues, muscles and bones.

For the heart and blood vessels

The fiber in spelled reduces the amount of dangerous cholesterol in the body. It prevents the absorption of cholesterol from food. In addition, fiber reduces the risk of developing hypertension.

The high levels of iron and copper in spelt increase blood circulation. They are important in the production of red blood cells and ensure the saturation of organs and tissues with oxygen. Iron helps the body prevent anemia.

For the brain and nerves

Spelled is one of the few cereals that boast high levels of B vitamins. Thiamine or vitamin B1 boosts the immune system and reduces stress and anxiety. Riboflavin or vitamin B2 reduces the frequency of migraine attacks.

For the gastrointestinal tract

Spelled has the highest content compared to other varieties of wheat, so it is useful for the normalization of the digestive system. Fiber improves intestinal motility, prevents constipation, helps relieve bloating, gas, cramps and diarrhea, and heals intestinal ulcers.

High fiber foods are important in weight loss. Eating them helps maintain a healthy weight, as they provide a long feeling of satiety, preventing overeating and making complex diets easier to bear.

For kidneys and bladder

The benefit of insoluble fiber in spelled is not only to improve bowel function. Spelled prevents the formation of kidney stones and regulates the urinary system.

For hormones

Niacin or vitamin B3, which is found in spelt, is important in the work of the adrenal glands, which produce sex hormones.

For immunity

The beneficial properties of spelt help maintain a healthy immune system. Thiamine in spelt enhances the immune system, helping to fight viruses and infections.

Spelled in diabetes

Despite the fact that the carbohydrates rich in spelt are dangerous for patients with diabetes, the fiber in cereals will help fight the effects of diabetes. Spelled groats slow down digestion and reduce blood sugar surges. By controlling the release of insulin and glucose in the body, it helps manage or prevent the symptoms of diabetes in those who already have the disease.

How to cook spelled

Spelled is consumed in the form of whole grains or flour. If you decide to cook spelled in the form of cereals, follow the recommendations that will help you get not only tasty, but also nutritious dish.

1. Before you start cooking spelled, it must be washed under running water and soaked for at least 6 hours. The ratio of water to grain should be 3:1. Add some salt to the water.
2. Put the pan with spelled on the stove, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour until the grains are soft.

Spelled in the form of cereals is often used as a substitute for rice. It can be used as a separate side dish, added to risotto or stews, as well as other stews.

Spelled harm and contraindications

Spelled contains, which is dangerous for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Celiac disease is a serious digestive disorder. It can occur after childbirth, pregnancy, severe emotional stress, surgery, or a viral infection.

Excessive consumption of spelt can harm the body. It appears as:

• diarrhea and indigestion;
• bloating and pain in the abdomen;
• irritability;
• skin rash;
• muscle cramps and joint pain;
• weakness and fatigue.

How to store spelled

The best storage condition for spelt is a dark, dry and cool place that is not exposed to direct sunlight and moisture cannot penetrate. The storage temperature of spelled should not exceed 20°C.