Spelt is the oldest cereal relative of modern wheat. Its composition is very rich in various nutrients, vitamins, macro-and microelements.
This crop contains 35-42% of protein. 18 essential amino acids, which cannot be obtained with animal food, are found in gluten protein.
Spelt contains several times more magnesium, iron, zinc and vitamins, such as: B1, B2, B6, B9, and also vitamins E and PP compared to ordinary wheat. Spelt also contains calcium, sodium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, selenium and manganese.
All substances contained in this ancestor of wheat are in a balanced form. For unique nutritional and taste qualities gourmets called it "black caviar of cereals". Spelt groats provides energy for the whole day and contributes to the general cleansing of the body.
Spelt regular consumption contributes to the speedy normalization of sugar levels in the blood, strengthens the immune system, improves the endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive, nervous and reproductive systems, and also greatly reduces the risk of developing infectious diseases, cancer and anemia.
Spelt is useful for people suffering from overweight. It contains vitamin B6, which promotes normal, uniform absorption of fats, as well as the removal of excess cholesterol from the body. The hunger is reduced due to the slow absorption of carbohydrates.