high in magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and flavonoids

contains all eight essential amino acids, including lysine

good source of dietary fibre

Contrary to popular belief, buckwheat is not a cereal grain but is actually a fruit seed that is related to rhubarb and sorrel making it a suitable substitute for people who are sensitive to wheat or other gluten containing grains. Buckwheat flowers are very fragrant and are attractive to bees that use them to produce a special, strongly flavored, dark honey.

Buckwheat is high in magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and flavonoids in particular; rutin and quercetin. Flavonoids are phyto nutrients that protect against disease. It is also a good source of dietary fibre and contains all eight essential amino acids, including lysine which makes it a good protein source.