{"id":40384,"date":"2022-01-12T22:37:42","date_gmt":"2022-01-12T22:37:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=40384"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"barley-tea-benefits-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Barley Tea Benefits, Nutrients, Side Effects, And How To Prepare It"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#What_It_Is_And_How_Its_Brewed\" >What It Is And How It&#8217;s Brewed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Barley_Tea_Nutrition_Facts\" >Barley Tea Nutrition Facts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Barley_Tea_Health_Benefits\" >Barley Tea Health Benefits<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Rich_Source_Of_Antioxidants\" >Rich Source Of Antioxidants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Boost_Immunity\" >May Boost Immunity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Improve_Sleep\" >May Improve Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Aid_Digestion\" >May Aid Digestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Improve_Blood_Flow_And_Circulation\" >May Improve Blood Flow And Circulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Help_With_Weight_Loss\" >May Help With Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Prevents_Tooth_Decay\" >Prevents Tooth Decay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Barley_Tea_Side_Effects\" >Barley Tea Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Preparation_And_Where_To_Buy\" >Preparation And Where To Buy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#What_Type_Of_Sugar_Is_Good_With_Barley_Tea\" >What Type Of Sugar Is Good With Barley Tea?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/barley-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley tea is a popular drink in China, Korea, and Japan. It&#8217;s called damai cha in China, boricha in Korea, and mugicha in Japan. It is made by boiling or steeping barley or the flour of malted barley in water. It contains some vitamins, minerals, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chai-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">antioxidants<\/a> which means there are many barley tea benefits. Here&#8217;s a look at its benefits, nutrients, side effects, and how to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coconut-sugar-vs-stevia\/\">prepare it<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_It_Is_And_How_Its_Brewed\"><\/span><strong>What It Is And How It&#8217;s Brewed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley is a cereal grain with long leaves. The tea is made by boiling or steeping the water extract of malted barley, which has been dried and dehusked to stop germination.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malting is a process that starts with storing barley kernels in moist conditions, then drying them when they begin to sprout. They are then heated to prevent further growth and stop the development of enzymes. The kernels are then allowed to germinate again under moist conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this process, starch in the kernel is converted into sugars which, when heated, caramelize and turn the kernels brown. This gives them a rich flavor similar to roasted coffee beans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditionally, barley tea is not sweetened. Sometimes, it is served with yakult or other sour drinks which complement its flavor. It is occasionally served with milk or creamer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barley_Tea_Nutrition_Facts\"><\/span><strong>Barley Tea Nutrition Facts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nutrient content of barley tea varies depending on how much barley is in the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-tea-with-honey-benefits-side-effects\/\">tea<\/a>. A 100 gram serving of cooked barley contains (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/170285\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Calories:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 123<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protein:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2.26 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fat:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Less than 1 gram<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Carbohydrates: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28.2 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fiber: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.8 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sugar:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 0.28grams<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barely also contains iron and calcium in smaller quantities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lemongrass-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">Lemongrass Tea Benefits, Side Effects, And More<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42014 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5785.png\" alt=\"barley tea benefits\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5785.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5785-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5785.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barley_Tea_Health_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Barley Tea Health Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional medicine has used barley tea for centuries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has been used to treat skin conditions, constipation, peptic ulcers, diarrhea, burns, appendicitis, fever, gallstones, and osteoporosis. However, many of these purported benefits are not supported by scientific research.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are the proven health benefits of the nutrients that may be in barley <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-lemon-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">tea<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42012 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5783-1024x576.png\" alt=\"barley tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5783.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5783-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5783.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5783.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rich_Source_Of_Antioxidants\"><\/span><strong>Rich Source Of Antioxidants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antioxidants are plant compounds that help prevent free radical damage to your cells. Free radicals are molecules that can damage cells and lead to disease. They are also linked to aging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Processed barley tea contains a variety of antioxidants including vitamin C, quercetin, caffeic acid, ferulic acid, chlorogenic acid, epicatechin gallate (ECG), catechin gallate , and proanthocyanidins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/bbb\/article\/68\/12\/2616\/5953226\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some of these compounds are also found in fruits and vegetables.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that antioxidants can help protect your cells from free radical damage. There&#8217;s also evidence that they might prevent or delay the development of certain chronic diseases, including cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disorders, autoimmune diseases, and eye diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25573724\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amounts of the antioxidants in barley tea depend on how long it is steeped, with longer steeping times yielding more antioxidants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Boost_Immunity\"><\/span><strong>May Boost Immunity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley is rich in zinc, which is needed for a healthy immune system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zinc deficiency can lead to loss of taste and smell, skin rashes and lesions, and diarrhea. It can also cause hair loss and delayed growth in children. Zinc deficiencies are especially common among people with gastrointestinal disorders such as celiac disease and ulcerative colitis, as it is excreted through the GI tract (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/130\/5\/1344S\/4686363\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley tea can help prevent zinc deficiencies because it is rich in the mineral. Drinking barley tea may also be beneficial for people with intestinal disorders such as enteritis, ileitis, and Crohn&#8217;s disease. It may also ease the symptoms of diarrhea and ulcerative colitis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3271691\/#!po=63.0000\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42015 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-4503-1024x576.png\" alt=\"tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-4503.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-4503-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-4503.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-4503.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Improve_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>May Improve Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley contains significant levels of melatonin (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3402070\/#!po=49.1071\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It also contains tryptophan, an amino acid that your body uses to make melatonin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melatonin is a hormone that plays important roles in the sleep-wake cycle. Although researchers have not studied the effect of barley tea on sleep, the presence of melatonin in barley tea may have a sedative effect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Aid_Digestion\"><\/span><strong>May Aid Digestion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley contains compounds known as saponins which have been shown to have a protective effect on the lining of your stomach and intestines (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/321489976_The_gastrointestinal_behavior_of_saponins_and_its_significance_for_their_bioavailability_and_bioactivities\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Saponins regulate inflammation and may help ease digestive problems such as diarrhea, ulcers, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30959159\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Improve_Blood_Flow_And_Circulation\"><\/span><strong>May Improve Blood Flow And Circulation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley is rich in a flavonoid called rutin, which may have a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/rooibos-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">positive effect<\/a> on the cardiovascular system, by possibly improving blood flow and circulation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5355559\/#!po=51.5306\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Help_With_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>May Help With Weight Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rutin may play a role in activating brown fat cells, which increases energy expenditure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/faseb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1096\/fj.201600459rr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The fiber in barley can also be helpful for weight loss. A clinical trial published in 2017 found that supplementation with high beta-glucan barley for 12 weeks led to significant reductions in body weight, waist circumference and BMI (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/316950613_Effects_of_high_beta-glucan_barley_on_visceral_fat_obesity_in_Japanese_subjects_a_randomized_double_blind_study\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The effects are not well-studied, however.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevents_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span><strong>Prevents Tooth Decay<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley tea contains antioxidants and polyphenol compounds that may help prevent tooth decay. These compounds may also help to protect teeth from plaque build-up that can lead to cavities (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2306-5354\/7\/3\/72\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re looking to simply pep up your fitness routine, jazz up your diet with mouth-watering low-calorie recipes or want to get your act together and significantly drop that number on your scale \u2013 BetterMe app has got you covered! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\">Improve your body<\/a> and revamp your life with us!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42013 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5782.png\" alt=\"barley tea benefits\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5782.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5782-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5782.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barley_Tea_Side_Effects\"><\/span><strong>Barley Tea Side Effects<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who are allergic or intolerant to wheat proteins may be sensitive to barley proteins as well. If you have celiac disease, you should consult a doctor before drinking barley tea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, if you have a gluten intolerance or sensitivity, be cautious of barley as it contains high levels of a protein which is similar to gluten (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/8\/10\/644\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In some cases, people with sensitive digestive tracts may feel bloated after consuming barley products.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who suffer from gluten sensitivities or celiac disease should avoid barley tea. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_And_Where_To_Buy\"><\/span><strong>Preparation And Where To Buy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use roasted barley, or tea bags containing roasted barley which are available online and at Asian grocers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To roast barley, heat a frying pan over <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">medium heat<\/a>. Add one cup of barley and stir continuously for about seven minutes, or until the barley is golden brown.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place roasted barley in a tea ball or tie it up loosely in a cheesecloth. Steep the barley in hot water for five to 10 minutes before drinking. Note that you may need to experiment with the amount of barley you use to achieve the flavor that is right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/purple-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">Purple Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42011 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5784-1024x576.png\" alt=\"barley tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5784.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5784-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5784.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5784-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5784.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Type_Of_Sugar_Is_Good_With_Barley_Tea\"><\/span><strong>What Type Of Sugar Is Good With Barley Tea?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">tea<\/a> is often drunk unsweetened to better appreciate its <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lavender-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">complex flavor<\/a>. However, if you do want to add sugar or honey,\u00a0do so according to your preferences but be aware of your overall added sugar intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley tea is a healthy beverage that has many potential health benefits. It contains many different nutrients, including antioxidants which are linked to cancer prevention and improved heart health. However, those with severe gluten sensitivities should avoid it as barley contains proteins that are similar to gluten.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Barley_Tea_Benefits\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Barley tea is a popular drink in China, Korea, and Japan. It&#8217;s called damai cha in China, boricha in Korea, and mugicha in Japan. It is made by boiling or steeping barley or the flour of malted barley in water. It contains some vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants which means there are many barley tea benefits. 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It's called damai cha in China, boricha in Korea, and mugicha in Japan. It is made by boiling or steeping barley or the flour of malted barley in water. It contains some vitamins, minerals, and <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chai-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\\\">antioxidants<\/a> which means there are many barley tea benefits. Here's a look at its benefits, nutrients, side effects, and how to <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coconut-sugar-vs-stevia\/\\\">prepare it<\/a>.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What It Is And How It's Brewed<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Barley is a cereal grain with long leaves. The tea is made by boiling or steeping the water extract of malted barley, which has been dried and dehusked to stop germination.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Malting is a process that starts with storing barley kernels in moist conditions, then drying them when they begin to sprout. They are then heated to prevent further growth and stop the development of enzymes. The kernels are then allowed to germinate again under moist conditions.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">During this process, starch in the kernel is converted into sugars which, when heated, caramelize and turn the kernels brown. This gives them a rich flavor similar to roasted coffee beans.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Traditionally, barley tea is not sweetened. Sometimes, it is served with yakult or other sour drinks which complement its flavor. 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It's called damai cha in China, boricha in Korea, and mugicha in Japan. It is made by boiling or steeping barley or the flour of malted barley in water. It contains some vitamins, minerals, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chai-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">antioxidants<\/a> which means there are many barley tea benefits. Here's a look at its benefits, nutrients, side effects, and how to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coconut-sugar-vs-stevia\/\">prepare it<\/a>.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What It Is And How It's Brewed<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barley is a cereal grain with long leaves. The tea is made by boiling or steeping the water extract of malted barley, which has been dried and dehusked to stop germination.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malting is a process that starts with storing barley kernels in moist conditions, then drying them when they begin to sprout. They are then heated to prevent further growth and stop the development of enzymes. The kernels are then allowed to germinate again under moist conditions.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this process, starch in the kernel is converted into sugars which, when heated, caramelize and turn the kernels brown. This gives them a rich flavor similar to roasted coffee beans.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditionally, barley tea is not sweetened. Sometimes, it is served with yakult or other sour drinks which complement its flavor. It is occasionally served with milk or creamer.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Barley Tea Nutrition Facts<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nutrient content of barley tea varies depending on how much barley is in the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-tea-with-honey-benefits-side-effects\/\">tea<\/a>. 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