Pearl barley is made from barley grains through a processing process called primary haulage. At the same time, the cereals remain intact. There are two types of barley - with round yellowish grains and oval white grains. Grits are used to prepare a wide variety of foods and drinks, and barley is an essential ingredient in beer making.
A bit of history
According to researchers, people learned to make pearl barley in ancient times, and barley grew on the ground even 15 thousand years ago. This plant is also mentioned in the text of the Bible. The name "pearl barley" got its name from the French. It translates as "pearl" or "pearl".
In Russia, barley was very popular primarily due to its relatively low cost. However, after the method of grinding grains to a round shape was invented, the pricing policy changed significantly. The process of such processing is painstaking and requires considerable effort. Millet became the main competitor of pearl barley. Gradually, technologies have changed, and pearl barley has again become one of the most affordable for the population. Today, barley is considered a traditional military dish.
During the reign of Peter, pearl barley was a favorite breakfast for royal families. The dish was served on the table with cream or milk.
Useful properties of pearl barley
The main feature of pearl barley is the record content of all vitamins and nutrients that are vital for any living organism. Barley grains contain potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, iodine and phosphorus.
Nutritionists and doctors recommend regularly including barley porridge in your diet. This dish can greatly strengthen the immune system, strengthen muscle tissue and improve the functioning of many systems.
Barley is also recommended to be consumed during pregnancy and lactation. From the first days of life, a child will receive a full range of vitamins and protection from the negative effects of the environment.
The medicinal properties of pearl barley
It has been proven that pearl barley is able to heal and slow down some inflammatory processes in the body, stabilize digestion and heart function. If you soak the pearl barley in water, then after removing the grains, the liquid will turn into the best medicine for fungal diseases and, in its effect on the body, will be in no way inferior to antibiotics.
Pearl barley often becomes a component of various dietary complexes. The main features of this porridge are low calorie content, the ability to remove harmful toxins from the body, and stabilization of the digestion process. In addition, many dishes can be prepared from barley (cereals, soups, desserts, side dishes and pastries).
Women who regularly eat pearl barley are less prone to aging. Barley contains collagen, which makes the skin smooth, elastic and prevents premature wrinkles.
To whom barley is contraindicated
Despite the numerous positive characteristics, pearl barley can not be consumed by everyone. The main contraindication is individual intolerance to the components that make up barley. Most often, allergic reactions occur to protein substances, but sometimes eating barley can cause constipation.
