High in protein (13-15%), second highest only to oats, and rich in the amino acid lysine.
Rich in carbohydrates (mainly starch).
Rich in polyunsaturated essential fatty acids, such as linoleic acid.
Rich in polyunsaturated essential fatty acids, such as linoleic acid.
Contains vitamins B1, C and E.
Contains higher levels of zinc, copper, and manganese than other cereal grains, and the bioavailability of these minerals is also quite high.
High in soluble fibre.
Provides a potential source of resistant starch, as certain treatments of buckwheat starch or foods containing buckwheat increase the amount of retrograded, nondigestible starch.
A rich source of polyphenol compounds.
Contains rutin, a bioflavonoid thought to help control blood pressure and possess anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic properties.
Gluten free.
Gluten free.
Moisture: 14% Max
broken: 3% Max
Unhulled : 0.1% Max
