It is one of the longest-cultivated cereals in the world. It was a staple of the diet in ancient Egypt, Palestine, and Greece. It was used to prepare porridge, as a side dish, or as a thickener in soups.

It has a high content of amino acids, beta-carotene, B-group vitamins, vitamin C, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper, manganese, phosphorus, and zinc.

It is gluten-free.

It has a neutral taste and nature and affects the spleen, stomach, and lungs. It has a detoxifying and diuretic effect. It supports the treatment of inflammation, acne, oedema, and bronchitis. It breaks down animal fats and hardened deposits in the body, supports the reduction of cholesterol, and keeps the skin soft. A decoction of Job's tears has a very positive effect on stomach and intestinal weakness and supports liver function.