GET SOME BARLEY IN YOUR BELLY

Besides being delicious, barley is 100% whole-grain goodness that provides an excellent source of fiber (beta-glucan (soluble fiber).

We all need to manage our weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Why not do it naturally with special high-fiber barley? Reducing the risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease are just some of the ways this naturally effective fiber may help you to feel better.

Barley’s Top 7 Health Benefits:

Eating barley may help:
1. Lower blood pressure
2. Reduce cholesterol
3. Promote healthy blood sugar
4. Manage diabetes
5. Control weight and obesity
6. Reduce heart disease
7. Lower the risk of some types of cancer


Plus, Barley

• Has half the fat and 50% more fiber than oats
• Is a terrific source of fiber (beta-glucan soluble fiber)
• Is a naturally good source of 9 vitamins and minerals
• Helps regulate the rate of nutrient and sugar absorption

SCARY STATISTICS: Diabetes & Obesity

- At least 90% of Type II diabetics are obese
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released alarming statistics in June regarding the rise in diabetes in the United States

• An estimated 57 million Americans are pre-diabetic (5.7 million don’t even know it)
• Nearly 24 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes
• an increase of more than 3 million in approximately two years.
• Nearly 8% of the US population.

OBESITY ON THE RISE: According to the CDC:

• In 2007, only one state (Colorado) had a prevalence of obesity less than 20%.
• Thirty states had a prevalence equal to or greater than 25%;
• Three of these states (Alabama, Mississippi and Tennessee) had a prevalence of obesity equal to or greater than 30%.

Childhood obesity is also increasing

• Children aged 2–5 years - prevalence increased from 5.0% to 13.9%;
• Children aged 6–11 years - prevalence increased from 6.5% to 18.8%;
• Children aged 12–19 years - prevalence increased from 5.0% to 17.4%.

FLEX YOUR BRAIN WITH THIS AMAZING GRAIN

Bringing barley into your daily diet is a smart choice to better your overall health. From pre-diabetics and diabetics to those managing their weight, eating barley is a great start.

If you’re unsure how to include barley in your diet, click here for some delicious recipe ideas.