GI of wheat berries

[e||ement]

Does anyone know the GI of wheat berries? I'm assuming it's low because it's a whole grain and I don't think it's processed.

But just wondering if anyone has the info off-hand.

Cheers!

[Subby]

Never heard of them... whole wheat is it? Is that eaten as is, in some way? GI ratings are usually ascertained about end-products only, whether it's a banana, or a type or brand of cereal.

[MCS]

I was also wondering about Bulgar, its loaded with carbs but no GI index to speak of.

[foxl]

I was also wondering about Bulgar, its loaded with carbs but no GI index to speak of.

I can eat some Bulgur. But ... it might be higher than the whole wheat berries, since it is steamed or parboiled as part of its prep ...

[e||ement]

from wiki: The term wheatberry or wheat berry refers to the entire wheat kernel (except for the hull), comprising the bran, germ, and endosperm. Wheatberries have a tan to reddish brown color and are available as either a hard or soft processed grain. They are often added to salads or baked into bread to add a crunchy texture; as a whole grain, they also provide nutritional benefits since they are an excellent source of dietary fiber.

So I guess they are processed. Hmm.
They are delicious. They have a wonderful chewy texture and a faint nutty flavour.

Still curious about the GI. Can't find anything specific online...

[e||ement]

now i just found other info that says they are NOT processed.

::confused::

[foxl]

May depend on where you buy it ... ?

Or where it is produced!

[Subby]

Well, I guess I see GI as a shortcut to remove lots of poor options and hone in on potentially better ones ... a ranking has no guarantee of being replicated in your body, anyway. In the case of a food you are focusing on specifically for some reason (like enjoying it), if you want, you may as well just go straight to the "testing for yourself" stage.

And let us know what you find!

[e||ement]

True, Subby! Thought I'd ask though in case anyone knew. I'm going to make a roasted onion, chick pea and wheat berry salad. I'll let you guys know how it works out!

[foxl]

When I make tabbouleh salad, and I use medium to coarse bulgur in it. And I soak it in COLD water, not boiling ... and add a lot of veggies so it is maybe half the volume of the salad. I can eat a cup and not be spiked ... or could a couple months ago!


The whole berries probably require boiling or at least hot water, to soften, however ... good luck, and let us know how you handle it!

[e||ement]

ok so i ate wheat berries last night.

i made 1 cup (dry), then mixed with grapeseed oil, 1 tomato, herbed goat cheese and roasted garlic and pepper spice (*drooooooool* it was so yum!)

i had a half cup of that (and a few spoonfuls while waiting for the rest of the meal to cook!).

predinner: 6.0
2 hour pp: 7.2
4 hour pp: 7.5 (but basal had worn off by then...)

not too shabby!

anyway, thought i'd share. i'm really happy because i enjoyed wheat berries pre-dx, and now i can enjoy them again!

[foxl]

Oh, that sounds SOOOO delicious!

I need to make up a batch of Tabbouleh, again soon ... it's been a while!