I can only speak anecdotally about Teff having had no alternative but to eat
it while in Ethiopia. I'm not sure about the nutritional content but am
assuming that it is gluten free as I did not get a reaction to Teff (whereas
other gluten grains have an immediate negative effect). Not sure about
oxalic acid content.

Leonie


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From: "Michael Raiti" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2005 4:21 AM
Subject: Non-gluten grains


> It seems that modern research and clinical observations reinforce
> many of the ideas of the paleodiet.  Specifically, the problems with
> gluten grains and milk proteins such as casein.  Is anyone aware of
> current research or clinical findings into problems with non-gluten
> grains such as amaranth, quinoa and teff,  besides their high
> carbohydrate content?  I don't believe that these contain phytic acid
> and am not aware of allergy problems associated with them.  Are they
> high in oxalic acid?  If anyone has come across any information
> related to these grains, please pass along.
>
> Mike R
>
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