Barley: uses, side effects, interactions

Benefits

Barley for what?

Barley is a type of grain that comes from the wheat family. Barley seeds are also known as barley. Barley is widely used as a raw material in bread, drinks, and various other dishes.

Barley has many health benefits such as lowering blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as helping with weight loss. Apart from that, barley can also help with digestive problems including diarrhea, upset stomach, and intestinal inflammation.

Some people use barley to increase stamina and endurance. Other uses include preventing stomach cancer and treating a lung problem called bronchitis. Barley is applied to the skin to treat ulcers.

How does it work?

There is not enough research into how this herbal plant works. Discuss with your herbalist or doctor for more information. However, there are some studies showing that barley has many health benefits because:

• Nutritional value where high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals that are good for the body
• Rich in antioxidants
• Low in calories

Dose

The information provided below is not a substitute for medical recommendations. Always consult your herbalist or doctor before taking this medicine.

What is the usual dose for barley for adults?

The dosage of herbal plants can be different for each patient. The dose you will need depends on your age, health, and several other conditions. Herbal plants are not always safe for consumption. Discuss with your herbalist or doctor for a dosage that is suitable for you.

In what forms is barley available?

No shape specifications are available for barley, but barley can be found in the following forms:

• Raw seeds
• Barley oil extract
• Barley flour

Side effects

What side effects can barley cause?

The most common side effects that can result from consuming processed barley seed products are:

• Dermatitis
• Asthma
• Anaphylactic shock, an allergic reaction which can be dangerous

Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be other side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, please consult your herbalist or doctor.

Security

What should I know before consuming barley?

Things that you should pay attention to before consuming various barley seed products are:

• Barley can lower blood sugar levels. There is concern that this might interfere with controlling blood sugar during and after surgery. That is why, stop using barley at least 2 weeks before surgery.
• For those of you who have diabetes, your diabetes medication may need to be adjusted by a doctor when consuming barley products.
• Barley should not be used as a drug (high doses) during pregnancy.

The regulations governing the use of herbal medicines are not as strict as the regulations for drugs. Further research is needed to determine its safety. Before using, make sure the benefits of using herbal supplements outweigh the risks. Consult an herbalist or doctor for more information.

How safe is barley?

Patients with Celiac disease or those who are sensitive to barley may want to avoid using barley grass.

Always consult a professional herbalist or doctor before you consume this one herbal plant.

Interaction

What kinds of interactions might occur when I consume barley?

This herbal plant can interact with other medications or with any health conditions you have. Consult an herbalist or doctor before use. Some of the interactions that may occur when consuming barley seed products are:

• Diabetes medication. Using barley with diabetes medications might result in your blood sugar getting dangerously low
• Certain drugs. The fiber in barley can decrease the amount of certain drugs that the body absorbs.

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