Cathe- Another question about eating

[KC5689]

Hi Cathe,
I was looking at previous posts where you gave some insight about your diet. You've said that you eat spelt and I was wondering if you just eat bread made with spelt or other products. And, if it is bread, how often and what serving size do you have.
Trina

 

[wonderwoman]

what's spelt? and where can I find Quinona

 

[KC5689]

I believe it is a whole grain like quinoa. I've seen quinoa at Whole Foods but they probably also have it at other health food stores.

 

[kathryn]

>what's spelt?
It's an ancient grain related to wheat (but not hybridized like modern wheat, and lower in gluten).

 

[Debra L]

Kathryn accurately described spelt. There are spelt breads (see French Meadow's website) & it can be used as a grain (eg a sub for brown rice). Uncooked it resembles wheat berries.

Quinoa is not a grain but it is used as a grain. It's actually a seed like wild rice. It's a good source of plant protein. I use it in grain salads, as a sub for rice & in soups.

Quinoa is easier to find compared to spelt & faster cooking. Trader Joe's carries it as do many grocery stores.

Debra

 

[putz168]

Look for quinoa in the organic or health food section of your grocery store, rather than with the other rices/grains. That's where I found it at my Safeway.

Beth L.