Vitamins and Minerals
Pearl barley contains Vitamin B1, chromium, phosphorus, niacin, magnesium, fiber, molybdenum, and manganese.
Essential to (Body parts/Functions)
Pearled barley stimulates protein production. It strengthens your bones and makes them stronger. It prevents bone fractures. Pearled barley also stimulates the production of red blood cells and prevents anemia. It may aid in weight loss.
Origin And Usage
Pearled barley is a variety of barley. It belongs to the grasses family. It has an elongated shape to a rounded spherical one. It has a delicious, neutral-cereal taste and chewy texture. It is used to make delicacies, Mysore dosa, and barley idli. It is also used as flour. It can also be used to make cereal or added to salads.
Production
Germany, France, and Australia are the largest producers of pearled barley.