Spelt chips,facts
Spelt chips
- Spelt was originally grown in Iran around 7500 years ago.
- Spelt is a type of wheat and its nutrition content is very similar to wheat.
- Both einkorn and spelt are considered varieties of heirloom grains with spelt having higher levels of manganese.
- However, spelt may contain slightly more minerals and less phytic acid.
- Spelt chips are an excellent source of dietary fiber.
- Spelt chips are an excellent source of calcium, magnesium, selenium, zinc, iron, and manganese.
- Spelt chips have vitamin E and B-complex vitamins (especially niacin).
- The glycemic index (GI) of spelt chips is estimated to be in the medium range.
- Spelt chips are not gluten-free.
- It is possible to have an allergy to spelt chips.
- In certain countries spelt is used to brew beer and has a unique, distinct flavor.