Quick cooking Barley has a neutral taste and will absorb any spice flavour that it is cooked in. Barley is the top recommended grain with the Diabetes Association mainly due the low glycemic index and high soluble fibre which helps regulate blood glucose level. The high fibre content also may also reduce the risk cardiovascular disease through cholesterol reduction. Hull-less barley’s high protein content (7g/ serving) provides more menu options for vegetarians.