Nutritional Value Of Spelt

Spelt is a species of wheat that is scientifically known as Triticum speltum. Originally belonging to Iran and Southeastern Europe, it has been widely used all over the world since a long time. It has a nutlike flavor and is available in the stores all the year round. Consuming spelt has a number of health benefits. For instance, it is protective against a number of diseases, like atherosclerosis, cardiovascular risk factors, diabetes, gallstones, insulin resistance, etc. These health benefits result from the several essential nutrients that are present in spelt in a rich quantity. We bring you the nutritional value of spelt in detail, through the Food Rating Chart given below.

Spelt Nutrition Facts

Amount of Cooked Spelt: 1cup

Total Weight of Cooked Spelt: 194 g

Nutrients	Amount
Basic Components
Carbohydrate	51.3 g
Protein	10.7 g
Fat	1.6 g
Ash	1.3 g
Water	129 g
Caffeine	1.3 g
Theobromine	1.3 g
Calories
Total Calories	1030 KJ
Calories From Fat	57.8 KJ
Calories From Protein	160 KJ
Calories From Carbohydrate	812 KJ
Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber	7.6 g
Starch	38.0 g
Sugars	38.0 g
Sucrose	38.0 g
Glucose	38.0 g
Fructose	38.0 g
Lactose	38.0 g
Maltose	38.0 g
Galactose	38.0 g
Vitamins
Vitamin A	7.8 IU
Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol)	0.5 mg
Beta Tocopherol	0.2 mg
Gamma Tocopherol	1.1 mg
Thiamin	0.2 mg
Riboflavin	0.1 mg
Niacin	5.0 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Folate	25.2 mcg
Food Folate	25.2 mcg
Dietary Folate Equivalents	25.2 mcg
Minerals
Calcium	19.4 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Magnesium	95.1 mg
Phosphorus	291 mg
Potassium	277 mg
Sodium	9.7 mg
Selenium	7.8 mcg
Fluoride	7.8 mcg
Zinc	2.4 mg
Copper	0.4 mg
Manganese	2.1 mg
Saturated Fats	1.6 g
4:00	1.6 g
6:00	1.6 g
8:00	1.6 g
10:00	1.6 g
12:00	1.6 g
14:00	1.6 g
15:00	1.6 g
16:00	1.6 g
17:00	1.6 g
18:00	1.6 g
19:00	1.6 g
20:00	1.6 g
22:00	1.6 g
24:00:00	1.6 g
Monounsaturated Fat	1.6 g
14:01	1.6 g
15:01	1.6 g
16:1 undifferentiated	1.6 g
16:1 c	1.6 g
16:1 t	1.6 g
17:01	1.6 g
18:1 undifferentiated	1.6 g
18:1 c	1.6 g
18:1 t	1.6 g
20:01	1.6 g
22:1 undifferentiated	1.6 g
22:1 c	1.6 g
22:1 t	1.6 g
24:1 c	1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.6 g
16:2 undifferentiated	1.6 g
18:2 undifferentiated	1.6 g
18:2 n-6 c, c	1.6 g
18:2 c, t	1.6 g
18:2 t, c	1.6 g
18:2 t, t	1.6 g
18:2 i	1.6 g
18:2 t not further defined	1.6 g
18:03	1.6 g
18:3 n-3, c, c, c	1.6 g
18:3 n-6, c, c, c	1.6 g
18:4 undifferentiated	1.6 g
20:2 n-6 c, c	1.6 g
20:3 undifferentiated	1.6 g
20:3 n-3 20:3 n-6	1.6 g 1.6 g
20:4 undifferentiated	1.6 g
20:4 n-3	1.6 g
20:4 n-6	1.6 g
20:5 n-3	1.6 g
22:02 22:5 n-3 22:6 n-3	1.6 g 1.6 g 1.6 g
Total trans fatty acids	1.6 g
Total trans-monoenoic fatty acids	1.6 g
Total trans-polyenoic fatty acids	1.6 g
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids	1.6 g
Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids	1.6 g
Amino Acids
Alanine	10.7 g
Arginine	10.7 g
Cystine	10.7 g
Glycine	10.7 g
Histidine	10.7 g
Isoleucine	10.7 g
Leucine	10.7 g
Lysine	10.7 g
Methionine	10.7 g
Phenylalanine	10.7 g
Proline	10.7 g
Serine	10.7 g
Threonine	10.7 g
Tryptophan	10.7 g
Tyrosine	10.7 g
Valine	10.7 g
Hydroxyproline	10.7 g
Glutamic Acid	10.7 g
Aspartic Acid	10.7 g

Buying & Storing Tips

Spelt is widely available in the markets. You can purchase it in whole form or as flour.
You also get spelt pastas and bread in the stores.
Spelt grains and flour can be purchased either in prepackaged form or in bulk containers.
In case you are buying spelt in bulk, ensure that the bins containing it are properly covered.
Buy spelt from only those stores that have good turnover. This will ensure the maximum freshness.
Always make sure that there is no moisture content in spelt, before buying.
Keep the grains in an airtight container and store it in a cool, dry and dark place.
If you have spelt in flour form, it is advisable to keep it covered in the refrigerator, in order to preserve its nutrition content.

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