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Side Effects, Risk Factors of, and Cautions for Barley. 1  It may cause Asthma. Overconsumption may cause Stomach Irritation. 2  Barley is a cereal plant. It is an annual. 3  Barley is used to invigorate the function of the spleen, to regulate the function of the stomach and to promote the flow of milk.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) now allows a health claim for food products containing barley. A food product containing 0.75 grams of soluble fiber from barley per serving can claim that, when used as part of a diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, the product may reduce the risk of heart disease.