Health Benefits of Farro

Though Farro is one of the lesser-known whole grains today, it is probably one of the oldest grains to be used by man. Ancient Egyptians are known to have used Farro for consumption around 6,000 years ago!

For those of you who haven't stumbled upon this nutritious grain before, Farro is a specific wheat species; consumed in its whole-grain form. That said, there's an unsettled debate over which species of wheat goes into this wonder ingredient.

While buying Farro, it is usually in the dried form, and needs to be thoroughly boiled and softened before consumption. But Farro is literally a tough nut to crack, so soaking overnight is definitely an advisable option. To cook till perfection, ensure that it's soft on the inside, and yet crunchy on the outside. Though it is used extensively in main course, Farro is very versatile and can be a part of practically any course of your meal!

Protein- 7 gm
Cholesterol- 0
Magnesium- 60 mg
Iron- 2 mg
Zinc- 2 mg

*Per 50 grams
of Semi-pearled Farro
→ Farro is a great source of Vitamin B3. This essential vitamin helps in improving one's metabolism.

→ It is also a superb source of magnesium. High magnesium intake keeps a track on your blood pressure, ensures better cardiac health, and keeps your bones strong.

→ For the Health-conscious: Farro is a wonder grain, packed with limited calories and high-fiber. Add it to your compact meals to ensure that you stay full for longer! Not only this, dietary fiber also helps in improving digestion and keeps diabetes, and cardiac problems at bay.

→ Battle Cholesterol: Farro itself being free of cholesterol, also helps you reduce your existing cholesterol levels. A bowl full of Farro has 8 grams of cholesterol-lowering fiber!

→ Versatile Staple: Farro is a very versatile grain and is the best alternative for people watching their weight or suffering from several health problems. Retain most of your recipe, and simply replace rice or pasta with Farro!

→ Farro, thanks to its high magnesium content, also helps relieve menstrual cramps.

→ Farro has complex carbohydrates. Which means that it takes longer to digest and steadily fuels your energy requirements for longer durations.

→ Protein-ilicious! Farro is almost 15% protein.

→ Farro is also rich in antioxidants owing to the presence of lignans. Antioxidants are known to prevent cardiovascular problems and degenerative diseases.

→ Consuming Farro also increases your zinc intake, thus, improving your cardiac, mental and essentially, reproductive well-being.

→ Farro also fuels your meal with iron. This essential mineral improves our muscle and brain function, and as we all know, helps in supplying our body with oxygen.