A nutritional and medicinal seed

In addition to its nutritional qualities, buckwheat is valued for its beneficial effect on microcirculation, particularly thanks to rutin, a veinotonic flavonoid. It is also remineralizing and supports liver and digestive functions. Used as whole seeds, it can be eaten cooked, sprouted, or as a light infusion.

Description

Triangular seed, dark brown to light brown in color depending on the batch, with a mild, slightly grassy flavor. Natural origin, whole, unroasted.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Buckwheat, black wheat
• Latin name: Fagopyrum esculentum
• Family: Polygonaceae
• Part used: Seed
• Form: Loose whole seed
• Origin: Eastern Europe, France, Central Asia
• English name: Buckwheat whole seed
• Name in German: Buchweizen ganz
• Name in Spanish: Trigo sarraceno grano entero
• Name in Italian: Grano saraceno intero
• Name in Arabic: بذور الحنطة السوداء الكاملة

Main virtues

Remineralizing, antioxidant (rutin), vascular protector, mild hypocholesterolemic, digestive support and tonic.

Main constituents

Vegetable proteins (10–14%), fiber, flavonoids (rutin), magnesium, potassium, iron, essential amino acids, vitamins B1, B2, B3, E.

Professional use and dosage

• Feeding: Cook (15 to 20 min) or soak for germination – approximately 40 to 60 g per portion.
• Germination: 2 to 3 days after soaking – young shoots rich in antioxidants.
• Infusion / herbal tea: 1 to 2 tbsp for 250 ml of hot water – infuse for 15 min – 1 to 2 cups/day to support circulation.
• Digestive maceration: used in macerates for venous tone or hepatic drainage.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Plant generally well tolerated, even in people sensitive to gluten.
• Not to be confused with roasted or toasted varieties (kasha type).
• In some very sensitive people, excessive use can cause mild digestive problems (bloating).

History and traditional use

Buckwheat has been cultivated in Europe since the Middle Ages, particularly in Brittany, where it has long been a staple food. Valued for its rapid and hardy cultivation, it has become a nutritional ally for the frail, children, convalescents, and the elderly. In folk medicine, it was recommended for strengthening veins, purifying the liver, and toning the body without acidifying.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: food grade kraft bag or waterproof bulk bucket.
• Storage: Protect from humidity, light and food parasites.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1008.50.00.00

Sources and references

• Agronomic and nutritional literature on pseudo-cereals
• Internal References Apophycaire
• Traditional uses in Eastern Europe and Brittany

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