"China Daily" (16th Edition, 8th Month, 12th Day, 2024)
Recently, a study has delved deeply into the multifaceted value of buckwheat flour and its product development trends, providing people with a more comprehensive understanding of the potential and future prospects of this unique food ingredient.
Bitter buckwheat flour is highly nutritious. It is rich in high-quality protein with a reasonable composition of amino acids, containing all the essential amino acids the human body needs. At the same time, it is also rich in dietary fiber, which can promote intestinal peristalsis, aid digestion and prevent constipation. In addition, bitter buckwheat flour contains a variety of minerals such as iron, zinc, magnesium and selenium, which play an important role in maintaining normal physiological functions of the human body.
In terms of health promotion value, buckwheat flour contains a large amount of bioactive compounds, especially the flavonoid rutin. Rutin has powerful antioxidant properties, which can eliminate free radicals in the body, reduce oxidative stress, and prevent chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases. It can also regulate blood lipid and blood sugar levels. For diabetic patients, buckwheat flour is a good alternative to refined flour, as it has a relatively low glycemic index and helps control post-meal blood sugar fluctuations. In addition, buckwheat flour may have anti-inflammatory effects and help enhance the human immune system.
From an economic perspective, tartary buckwheat has a strong adaptability to the environment and can grow on marginal lands where other crops struggle to survive, making it a potential economic crop for farmers in mountainous and hilly regions. Processing tartary buckwheat into flour can increase the added value of the raw material. Due to its health benefits, the market demand for tartary buckwheat flour is on the rise. It is used in the production of various foods such as noodles, bread, and pastries, expanding the product range of the food industry and creating new business opportunities.
At present, there are three major development trends for buckwheat flour. The first is product diversification. In recent years, in addition to traditional foods, new products such as buckwheat health drinks, snacks, and even cosmetics have emerged continuously. For instance, buckwheat tea has gained popularity due to its unique flavor and health benefits. The second is health-oriented marketing. With the increasing health awareness of consumers, the marketing of buckwheat flour products focuses more on emphasizing their nutritional and health-promoting characteristics, targeting health-conscious consumers. The third is international market expansion. With the continuous growth of the global health food market, buckwheat flour, as a natural and healthy food ingredient, has the potential to expand into international markets. Some countries in Asia, Europe, and North America are showing increasing interest in this unique flour, providing new opportunities for the buckwheat industry.
In conclusion, buckwheat flour possesses high nutritional, health-promoting and economic value. With the development trends of product diversification, health-oriented marketing and international market expansion, it is expected that it will play an increasingly important role in the food industry and people's daily lives in the future.
