Is barley good for diabetes? Here is a barley flour recipe and health benefits of barley. Barley roti or Barley chapati is a nutritious flatbread made from barley flour.

Today we are sharing  one more healthy and nutritious roti, that is Barley chapati for weight loss and also health benefits of barley are innumerable. Barley is an authentic staple food of Asian countries, especially in India.

Most importantly, barley chapati or barley flat bread/ barley roti is an ancient ayurvedic recipe. Barley is one of the healthiest grain, which is highly recommended in Ayurveda. Mainly, it contains all the essential nutrients that are vital for maintaining optimal health. Hence barley is called the “king of cereals” for all the right seasons.

Further, barley may not be as popular as other whole grains like oats, wheat etc. But it is one of the most nutritious grain than other grains. Certainly barley is one of the oldest consumed grain in the world. Also it contains rich fiber content, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Apart from these, barley is lower in fat and calorie and thus helps in weight loss. Even more, it is good for heart and improve digestion. Certainly, Barley water is very popular nowadays for burning calories easily. This barley water has many health benefits. It cools the entire body.

Finally Barley chapati or barley roti is a simple, healthy recipe. Easy to make and tasty too. You can make this chapati for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Usually it is served with any kind of chutneys or curries. But it also goes well with curry powders, sambar and curd. This is one of the best way of including barley in our diet for managing weight, and also very easy for feeding kids too.

Is barley good for diabetics?

Barley is a neutral grain and has a low glycemic index range of 25. Research shows that, benefits of eating barley can help to reduce blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Barley contains a mixture of fibers that can help to slow down the metabolism, which in turn makes people less hungry and avoids over eating.

health benefits of barley

• One of the grain highly recommended by Ayurveda
• Rich in many beneficial nutrients
• Reduces hunger & thus helps in weight loss
• Insoluble & soluble fiber content improves digestion
• May prevent gallstones and reduce the risk of gallbladder surgery
• Beta-glucans may help to lower cholesterol
• May reduce heart disease risk
• Magnesium and soluble fiber may protect against diabetes
• It helps to prevent colon cancer
• Good for bone health.

Follow up recipes from Bharadwaj Kitchen:

• Ash Gourd Juice
• Golden Milk
• Palak Tambuli
• Papaya and Dry Fruits Smoothie

Here is the healthy, nutritious barley chapati for weight loss with step by step photos and a detailed video.

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