Pakistan, Feb. 1 -- Historically, South Asia has been influenced by myriad of religions and culture. The present day Northern India, Pakistan and Indian history can be traced back to Indus Valley civilization.

With the advent of agricultural era in and around 1200 BCE and adoption of modern agricultural practices, the production of grains has increased over time feeding the ever-growing populations in South Asia. Although the consumption of whole grains has been associated with prevention of non-communicable diseases like cardiovascular disease and diabetes, there are certain disadvantages related to the consumption of grains.

For example, people with celiac disease (disease of the intestine) are intolerant to one of the binding protein...