Health Benefits:

Aids in digestion
Anti fungal
May reduce anxiety
May regulate blood sugar
Relieves PMS

Nutrition:

Serving size: 1 cup; Calories: 571; Fat: 2.8g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 3mg; Carbs: 128g; Fiber: 25g; Sugars: 1.7g; Protein: 17g; Potassium: 24% DV; Vitamin A: 0%DV; Vitamin C: 0%DV; Calcium: 4%DV; Iron: 24%DV

Did You Know?

  • In the fight against diabetes and obesity, foods that produce a low insulin response and suppress hunger can be extremely useful
  • Rye is a great source of fiber and a nice substitute for wheat

Ways to Eat:

  • Baked
  • Boiled

Farming Trivia:

  • The former Soviet Union had long been the biggest producer and consumer of rye and now the Russian Federation holds those titles
  • It’s used to make whiskey – both multigrain blends like bourbon and pure rye whiskey 

Note: Always consult a physician for any specific health questions and concerns. Some of this information may be subject to change should there be any new findings from Federal Health Administration (FHA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), American Medical Association (AMA), American Cancer Society (ACS), and / or other leading food, nutrition and medical advisors.