Barley is one of the oldest known cereals. Rolled Barley is prepared from fine quality. hulled, whole barley grain. Barley, like oats, Barley is an exceptionally good choice for a healthy diet. It contains generous levels of both insoluble fiber and Beta Glucan, a soluble fiber. The insoluble fiber keeps things moving steadily through the digestive tract, thus accelerating digestion. Beta Glucan mixes with the water in the intestines to form a gel that absorbs LDL cholesterol (the bad kind of cholesterol) & sugar, thus preventing their excessive absorption into the bloodstream. These fibers significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease & diabetes.