What are the nutritional benefits of eating buckwheat?

Buckwheat, a seed, is a great alternative to pasta; it's gluten-free and a rich source of protein and fiber. In this video, naturopathic doctor Natasha Turner, ND, discusses the healthy benefits of eating buckwheat and how much you should have.

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