Buckwheat is a pseudocereal, which is a type of grain that doesn't grow on grasses but is used similarly to other cereals. It is gluten-free, a good source of fiber, and rich in minerals and various plant compounds, especially rutin.

Health benefits of buckwheat

• Like other whole-grain pseudocereals, buckwheat is linked to a number of benefits.
• Improved blood sugar control.
• As a good source of fiber, buckwheat has a low to medium GI. This means that it should be safe to eat for most people with type 2 diabetes
• Heart health
• Buckwheat may also promote heart health.

It boasts many heart-healthy compounds, such as rutin, magnesium, copper, fiber, and certain proteins.