Ancient grains are those that have barely changed for hundreds of years. Unlike commonly farmed crops like wheat, which humans have selectively bred over millennia, ancient grains have maintained genetic properties from their wild ancestors. And today they enjoying something of a resurgence in popularity.
They're linked to many health claims, including that they contain more nutrients than their modern counterparts.
But are they really any better than more modern grains, which have been shaped and moulded by agricultural practices since the Stone Age?
Grains v wholegrains
Grains – like rice, wheat, oats and corn – make up a substantial part of our global diet. We get a lot of our fibre and carbohydrates from grains, as well as some protein.
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