Guest guest Posted October 25, 2007 Report Share Posted October 25, 2007 Grains are generally classified as the seeds of cereal plants. They are characterised by their smallness, hardness and low water content. Most of them belong to the family of grasses, known scientifically as the family of gramineas. The ancient Romans called Demeter, the Greek goddes of the grains and harvests, Ceres. The word cereal is derived from her name. Cereals have been the staple human diet from prehistoric times because of their wide cultivation, good keeping qualities, blend flavour and great variety, Each of the cereals has characteristic properties and uses. The cultivation of grains for human consumption was probably developed around 10,000 B.C. It signified the commencement of the era of stable civilisation from the primitive unsettled nomadic life. Ground cereal converted into bread for meal revolved soom thereafter. Cereals have been modified and improved by centuries of cultivation and selective breeding. http://naturalbodycures.com/healing_nuts.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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