Teff has half the fat, nearly double the iron and less sugar than quinoa. Here's everything you need to know about this nutrient-dense ancient grain.

Teff: The Ethiopian ancient grain that rivals quinoa

Teff has nearly double the iron, half the fat and less sugar than its rival.

The gluten-free ancient grain that rivals quinoa

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Have you heard of pseudo grains? These are the seeds and grasses we commonly categorize as grains. Learn the health benefits and get a citrus wild rice recipe

Have you tried pseudo grains? These superfood seeds are high in protein, fibre,low-glycemic carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, plus they are alkaline forming and gluten free. If you haven't tried them yet, use quinoa, buckwheat, wild rice, teff and amaranth in your side dishes, cereals, loaves, muffins and pilafs.

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Learn the health benefits of these fibre-rich grains, and how to prepare them properly

Learn the health benefits of these fibre-rich grains, and how to prepare them properly

oatmeal, spelt, kamut, farro, oats, brown rice, barley

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These days there are so many gluten-free grains, flours and breads available that you will never feel deprived. Try our recipe for brown rice pesto pasta.

If you have to eat a gluten-free diet, or want to include more gluten-free foods in your diet, you don't have to feel limited. We've got a rundown of the many grains and products that are gluten free, and a recipe for brown rice pesto pasta that will make you want to give it a try.

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Getting more soluble and insoluble fibre in your diet will help prevent constipation, fight disease and reduce belly bloat.

Reduce belly bloat by choosing fibre-rich foods

Getting more soluble and insoluble fibre in your diet will help prevent constipation and fight disease

grains

The gluten-free ancient grain that rivals quinoa

Five seeds (you might think are grains) with amazing health benefits

Five whole grains with health benefits

The many options for eating a gluten-free diet

Reduce belly bloat by choosing fibre-rich foods