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Barley is a cereal grain used in bread, beverages, stews, and other dishes. As a whole grain, barley provides fiber, vitamins, and minerals. These nutrients may enhance heart health, help prevent cancer, reduce inflammation, and more.
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Amount Per 1 cup (184 g) | |
Calories 651 | |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 4.2 g | 6% |
Saturated fat 0.9 g | 4% |
Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
Sodium 22 mg | 0% |
Potassium 832 mg | 23% |
Total Carbohydrate 135 g | 45% |
Dietary fiber 32 g | 128% |
Sugar 1.5 g | |
Protein 23 g | 46% |
Caffeine 0 mg | |
Vitamin C | 0% |
Calcium | 6% |
Iron | 36% |
Vitamin D | 0% |
Vitamin B6 | 30% |
Cobalamin | 0% |
Magnesium | 61% |
Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is a common grain that is high in fiber. It's consumed in foods and used to brew alcoholic beverages worldwide.