Wholemeal Barley
Wholemeal barley provides beta-glucan soluble fiber, which has an FDA-authorized health claim for reducing the risk of coronary heart disease by lowering blood cholesterol. Contains gluten — unsuitable for celiac/gluten-sensitive individuals.
What it is
Whole barley (Hordeum vulgare) flour or grain that retains the bran, germ, and endosperm.
Whole-grain source used in breads, cereals, and porridges.
Why it's flagged
- contains gluten
What regulators actually say
"Soluble fiber from certain foods, when included in a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease."
"A cause and effect relationship has been established between the consumption of barley beta-glucans and the reduction of blood cholesterol concentrations."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; eligible for beta-glucan/heart-disease health claim under 21 CFR 101.81.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized health claim for barley beta-glucans and cholesterol.
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