Seeded Luxury Flaxseed & Buckwheat Porridge with Quinoa

10 Seeded Luxury Flaxseed & Buckwheat Porridge with Quinoa – Naturally Gluten-Free & Nutritionally Superior to Oats.
This rich, creamy, and nutty-tasting (but nut-free) porridge is incredibly satisfying — and packed with outstanding nutrition.

Our 10 Seed Porridge is naturally gluten-free and free from other problem compounds associated with wheat and oats. In addition Flax Farm 10 Seeded Porridge offers numerous other nutritional advantages over traditional oat porridge. With a Glycaemic Index (GI) of just 28.8, it falls into the extremely low GI category — a significant improvement over regular porridge oats, which has a GI of 57. This makes it an excellent choice for blood sugar management, sustained energy, and appetite control. Extremely Low Glycaemic Index of 28.8

Ways that it’s Superior to Oats

Buckwheat
Buckwheat outperforms oats in several key areas, including antioxidant content, fibre, and protein quality. It is a complete protein, offering all nine essential amino acids — rare among plant foods.

Millet
Millet provides higher levels of fibre and essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron when compared to oats. Its gentle flavour and digestibility also make it a favourite for sensitive stomachs.

Brown Rice
Brown rice flakes offer more fibre and minerals than oats, making them a smart choice for those focusing on digestive health, mineral intake, or lower-GI alternatives.

Quinoa
Quinoa is widely regarded as nutritionally superior to oats, particularly for those seeking a complete protein source. It’s rich in fibre, iron, magnesium, and essential vitamins — all while being naturally gluten-free.

Flaxseed
Flaxseed brings powerful health benefits to the porridge, including:

• High omega-3 (ALA) content, excellent for heart health.
• A superior fibre profile — more soluble and insoluble fibre than oats.
• Contains beta-glucan, like oats, can help lower cholesterol levels and protect the heart. Also contains other soluble fibre including pectin, gums, and mucilage that enhance fullness, support digestion, and feed the gut microbiome. These fibres support gut health by feeding beneficial bacteria, which produce butyrate and other short-chain fatty acids essential for overall health.
• Rich in lignans, polyphenols with antioxidant and hormone-regulating properties.

Super Seeds for Superior Nutrition

Pumpkin, Sunflower, Chia, and Hemp Seeds
These seeds elevate the porridge further by contributing:

• Complete protein profiles
• Healthy fats, including gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)
• Vitamin E and a range of essential minerals
• Fibre and plant compounds that promote satiety and nourish the body

Together, these ingredients create a porridge that’s not only more delicious and satisfying than oats, but far more functional — helping support blood sugar balance, digestion, heart health, and long-term wellbeing.

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