![]() There’s emerging evidence that the more manipulated a grain is, the more chances there are for nutrients and vitamins and fiber to drop out, leaving only a fraction of the original healthy nutritional content. This isn’t so much about the different types of grains - from wheatberries to bulgar to oats and more - but about what form they take in your food. The term “whole grain” doesn’t always refer to food of equal nutritional value. If that’s not there, look at the ingredient list: products with whole grains listed first will contain more whole grains than a product where it’s not at the top of the list, but if the next two or three ingredients are refined flours, it’s probably not a very healthy choice.Ģ. If it says it’s made from “100% whole grains,” that’s a promising sign. What’s important is to find out what percentage of a product is actually made from whole grains, which isn’t always easy. ![]() The claim can hide the fact that while some whole grains are there, it’s mostly made of refined flours, which don’t contain the same nutrients and fiber that whole grains do, and can therefore contribute to weight gain and rising blood sugar levels. ![]()
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