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Buckwheat Pancake Recipe

28/2/2017

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It may sound from the name that Buckwheat is a grain, but it is actually a seed which is high in both protein and fibre. As it is a seed, it is naturally gluten and wheat free. 

Benefits of eating Buckwheat? 
  • Buckwheat has been shown in studies to help reduce inflammation and lower unhealthy cholesterol levels and help to prevent heart disease. 
  • Buckwheat is a great source of plant based protein and contains 12 amino acids that support energy, growth and muscle synthesis. 
  • Buckwheat contains amino acids, lycine and arginine which are not found in many cereals or whole grains. For vegetarians and vegans Buckwheat is a great source of these proteins which the body needs. 
  • Buckwheat supplies 6 grams of dietary fibre in ever cup which can help improve digestion and prevent constipation. 
  • Buckwheat is low on the glycemic index compared to other carbohydrates and grains 
  • Studies have found that when diabetics consumed Buckwheat for two months, they experienced improvements in blood sugar control and reduced insulin resistance without any form of medication. 
  • Contains a number of essential vitamins and minerals including essential B vitamins which are important for energy and manganese, magnesium, zinc, iron and folate. 

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This Buckwheat Pancake recipe is very simple and only requires two main ingredients; Buckwheat and Water! 

Recipe

​1 tablespoon coconut oil for frying 
I mug of Buckwheat flour
I mug of water 


This will make about 4 or 5 pancakes depending on how big you make them. 

Now you can sit back, relax and enjoy Pancake day! 
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