Slowly, people are waking up to the fact that home remedies are any day better compared to chemical products. So here's something that has existed since our ancestor's times, but we have given it a royal ignore. Wonder what it is? Well, it's the barley seeds. The moment you say barley, the first thing that comes to your mind is beer. But have you ever wondered how healthy barley itself is? The best thing is the seeds are available throughout the year and is the cheapest among all cereals. Here are ways in which you can consume barley.
Yes, you have heard that before. Drinking beer has always made you run to the loo a little more frequently than you generally do. Drinking barley water, on the other hand, also induces increased urination which means it flushes out the toxins in the body.
Barley water is hence the best medicine when you have a Urinary Tract Infection. Boil a table spoon of barley seeds in a litre of water. Bring down the quantity to half and keep consuming barley water through out the day.
Barley water also brings down the heat content in the body. In some countries, people consume barley rice during summer for its cooling properties.
- It also works as an excellent substitute to aerated drinks to quench your thirst.
- Barley water also helps reduce burning sensation in the stomach as it's a cooling agent
- Barley water also prevents urine from stinking. This works in case of pregnant women or patients who are on hormone tablets.
- Regular consumption of barley water cleanses your kidney and keeps it free of toxins.
- If you don't enjoy the bland taste, then you could add a dash of lemon to the drink
A study conducted by American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has shown that the fiber that comes from barley water lowers cholesterol. Hence, this is a must-have drink for fitness freaks.
The insoluble fiber is also known to help women prevent formation of gallstones. Barley water also cuts risk of Type-2 diabetes. The antioxidants in barley prevents cancerous growths. Consume a glass of hot barley water everyday for better digestion and fight constipation or feeling of nausea.
Regular consumption of barley water has shown to help weight loss too.
With its many benefits, barley water is definitely the best beverage. The next time you reach for a bottle of aerated drink, you know what's more healthier.
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