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11. Spelt: The Ancient Wheat Alternative

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An ancient ancestor of contemporary wheat, spelt provides a special nutritional profile that qualifies especially for healthful beverages. Because this ancient grain has a more soluble type of protein than regular wheat, liquid form digestion is simpler and more accessible. When added in beverages, spelt gives a nutty, somewhat sweet taste with subtle undertones that lend drink depth. Its tremendous nutritious value—high levels of manganese, copper, and B vitamins—helps to explain its nutritional powerhouse reputation. Though it's not appropriate for those with coeliac disease, Spelt's unusual gluten structure makes it more digestible than regular wheat for many people. Perfect for making smooth, creamy drinks free of grittiness, the grain's great water solubility Spelt creates helpful molecules when fermented that might improve intestinal health and nutrition absorption. Perfect for pre-workout or recovery drinks, its complicated carbohydrate structure offers steady energy release. Natural mucilage content of grains supports digestive health and helps beverages have a smooth, pleasing texture.