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Roasted buckwheat, often called kasha, contains a small amount of fat (approximately 1 gram per serving) that is primarily composed of heart-healthy unsaturated fatty acids.
The fat content in roasted buckwheat is beneficial for the following:
- Heart Health Support: Approximately 74.5%–79.3% of the lipids in buckwheat are unsaturated fatty acids, including oleic and linoleic acids. These "good fats" help improve blood lipid profiles by lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol and increasing HDL (good) cholesterol.
- Disease Prevention: The specific fatty acid profile in buckwheat has been linked to health benefits against inflammation, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
- Essential Nutrient Absorption: While buckwheat is low in fat, the presence of these lipids aids in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and other bioactive compounds like rutin and quercetin, which are vital for vascular health.
- Antioxidant Protection: Buckwheat lipids include tocopherols (vitamin E), which act as powerful antioxidants to protect organs and nerves from oxidative damage.
- Cellular Function: The fats are concentrated in the buckwheat embryo and consist of neutral lipids, phospholipids, and glycolipids, which are essential for maintaining cell membrane integrity and supporting metabolic processes.
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