Ancient Grains: The Sustainable Choice

People around the world are beginning to realize how the choices they make about food have a big impact on health and the environment. A growing number of land use and climate studies show that plant-powered diets are more sustainable than diets relying heavily on meat. Choosing RTE ancient grains as part of a plant-powered diet is a great step in the right direction, as they have a high nutritional value and are some of the least water and energy intensive foods to produce.

The term “Ancient Grains” refers to grains that are unchanged from their original form after centuries or millennia of cultivation. These grains require little-to-no chemical inputs and grow well in harsh climates, making them ideal candidates for sustainable agriculture. They also have a low glycemic index and very low levels of gluten while being rich in phytochemicals, vitamins, and minerals.

All these reasons – and more – are why we at RTE Cuisine offer a full line of ready-to-eat ancient grains and seeds for chefs that would like to introduce more sustainable, plant-powered protein options with ease.