OATS AND BARLEY
HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS
Barley is a main crop, and oats are a lesser crop that grows from a weed. The main difference is that they are two different grains. Barley has gluten, while oatmeal is a bit sweeter grain and does not have gluten. The differences and benefits of both nutrients are as follows:
OATS
Oats are a kind of whole grain that people often eat for breakfast. They have a lot of fiber and protein.
BENEFITS:
- Helps in weight loss: The fiber in oats gives a feeling of fullness, which reduces the desire to eat more.
- Good for heart health: The beta-glucan in oats helps reduce cholesterol.
- Good for diabetes: Oats stabilize blood sugar.
- Provides energy: Eating oats for breakfast keeps energy up throughout the day.
- Improves the digestive system: The soluble fiber in oats improves the digestive system.
BARLEY
Which is an ancient grain, which is used in soups, breads, and various foods.
BENEFITS:
- Controls blood sugar: Which improves insulin sensitivity.
- Heart health: Helps in lowering cholesterol.
- Improves digestion: Barley contains soluble and insoluble fibers that cleanse the intestines.
- Helps in weight loss: Which provides low calories and high fiber.
OATS BREAKFAST RECIPES
OATMEAL
One of the most nutritional breakfast option ever is oatmeal with fruits and nuts.
INGREDIENTS:
Oats: 1 cup
Milk or water: 2 cups
Honey or jaggery: As per taste
Dried fruits (almonds, walnuts, raisins): As per requirement
Cinnamon powder: 1 pinch (optional)
RECIPE:
- Wash the oats and add them to a pan with milk or water.
- Cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes, until the porridge thickens.
- Add honey or jaggery and mix.
- Put dried fruits and cinnamon on top and serve.
OATS SMOOTHIE
One of the healthy, delicious and easy to make breakfast can be oats smoothie.
INGREDIENTS:
Oats: 2 tablespoons
Milk: 1 cup
Banana: 1 piece
Honey: 1 teaspoon
Almonds or chia seeds: 1 teaspoon
RECIPE:
- Soak the oats until soft.
- Add the oats, milk, banana, and honey to a blender and blend well.
- Pour into a glass and serve with almonds or chia seeds.
BARLEY BREAKFAST RECIPE
BARLEY SOUP
Best savory option for breakfast can be barley soup with seasonal vegetables and chicken broth.
INGREDIENTS:
Barley: 1/2 cup
Vegetables (carrots, spinach, peas): as needed
Chicken broth or water: 4 cups
Salt and pepper: as needed
RECIPE:
- Wash the barley and soak it in water for 15 minutes.
- Heat the broth in a pan and add the barley and cook for 20 minutes.
- Add the vegetables and cook until tender.
- Add salt and pepper, then serve.
Both oats and barley are nutritious, and are great for breakfast for a healthy lifestyle!
