Barley is a plant-based food and it is one of the foods everyone needs to include in their diet. It is not only good for weight loss, it is good for general well-being. Barley contains high insoluble fiber which is very good for the body functionality. 
Barley is a whole grain which is an important source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals that are not found in refined or “enriched” grains. Including whole grain in your diet as part of weight loss program has proven to help in sustaining a healthy weight. Barley has also been proven to promote healthy complexion and hair growth.
Barley water helps you maintain a healthy weight. It is an alternative to diet shake which is popular amongst people on diet.It is a great detox that cleanses the body naturally and flushes out toxic. It is advisable to make your barley water as shop bought barley-water sometimes contains loads of refined sugar . Making this magic water yourself also mean you know what you put in.
Here is what to do:
Rinse your dried barley under cold running water, you can either soak for few hours before cooking to save time or just cook without soaking. Whatever way you choose to cook, strain your barley before cooking.
Add 1 cup of your soaked barley to 3 cups of water or 1 cup of your unsoaked barley to 5 cups of water.
Bring it to a boil, then let it simmer without the lid on, cook until the grains are soft.
Let the barley cool down for few minutes.
Pour the barley-water mixture through a sieve to separate the barley grains from its water. You can add the juice of lemon or honey to taste. Stir and leave to cool.
You can drink barley water 4 times a day and it can keep up to 3 days in the fridge.
For advice on what to use the leftover barley for, please check my food section for interesting and delicious barley recipes https://www.sherryfah2.com/staging/6097/barley-in-healthy-tomato-sauce/
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