grains

CORN - COOKED GRAINS The most central grain native to the western hemisphere, corn is an ideal grain for Kapha. When cultures in Africa and elsewhere first began using corn as a staple in the late...

Buckwheat – cooked grains (Kasha) Hot, light and dry, Buckwheat is ideal for Kapha. The nourishing effect of Buckwheat balances its heat to some extent for Pitta. The light and dry qualities make it...

Barley – cooked grains Whole barley contains far more nutrition than the commonly used “pearl barley”, including more fiber, twice the calcium, three times the iron, and 25% more protein. To remove...

Amaranth – cooked groats Since Amaranth is light, drying and cooling, it balances well excess Pitta-Kapha conditions. It is a perfect alternative to oatmeal in the spring diet. Although light, it is...

Spelt – cooked grains Although spelt contains gluten, those with gluten sensitivity may be able to tolerate it. Properties Taste: Sweet Natural Attributes: Heavy, Sticky Tissue impact (Vipak):...

Rye – cooked grains Good for cold, harsh climates and seasons. Like wheat, rye is one of the most important cereals for bread making, as it contains gluten that makes bread rise and stretch. Rye...

Rice – cooked grains Rice builds ojas (Vital Essence). Ojas is said to have the smell of burnt rice. Of rices, Basmati is the most Sattvic and aromatic.  Rice is nourishing and easy to digest. Rice...

Quinoa – cooked grains Botanically quinoa is not a grain, but a seed. However, it is used as a grain. Quinoa is rich in iron, and restores strength to deficient blood, for those suffering from...

Oats – cooked grains Oats main function is lubrication and replenishment of bodily tissues. Oats are the perfect food for dry, fragile, and emaciated people. It is the first grain given to babies,...

Millet – cooked grains Millet’s main function is drying. It is drier than other grains. Clinically, millet has a central role in the treatment of chronic diseases due to the accumulation of dampness...

Wheat – cooked grains Wheat’s nutrient profile is similar to that of the human body and is considered ideal for human growth and development. Conventional theories hold that wheat was so central to...