hulless Barley

This centuries-old grain not only adds flavor and texture to favorite dishes, but plenty of soluble fiber too. Clinical studies prove that the soluble fiber found in barley lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of coronary heart disease. In fact, the heart-healthy benefits of barley are so significant that the US Food and Drug Administration authorized a health claim that barley beta-glucan soluble fiber reduces the risk of heart disease. Our waxy hulless barley has 2 times more beta-glucan soluable fiber than oats and other types of barley.

More importantly, this fiber can produce 5-20 times more viscosity in the small intestine, which is believed to be the most important characteristic in cholesterol reduction. A 40 gram serving of Barley Flakes or "Boost'R Flakes" provides 3 grams of soluble fiber. Oatmeal and most other barley provides only 1.6 to 2 grams of soluble fiber per serving.

Modern barley varieties have enhanced nutritional quality and new food product possibilities. As an alternative whole grain, barley offers unique flavor and texture for a variety of dishes. All barley is not equal. Western Trails Food has some very special varieties, which are unusually high in protein, lysine, fiber, and beta-glucans.Lysine is an amino acid needed to produce complete proteins in the body. Lysine is the one most commonly deficient in cereal grains.