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samedi 18 octobre 2014

Whole Grain Flour Mixes For Baking

By Dominique Martin


A whole grains consist of three parts, bran, germ and endosperm. The bran contains valuable fiber, anti-oxidants and B vitamins. The germ contains B vitamins, proteins, minerals and healthy fats. The endosperm contains starchy carbohydrates, proteins and very little minerals and vitamins. Whole grain flour mixes for baking are rich in macro nutrients, and very good source of valuable substances.

There are different whole-grain flours available, and most of them can be easily used for baking. They don't rise so well as white flour, but if you add more liquids and let is rise twice, you will get very good results. You can also add different milk products or fats. These healthy flour blends usually contain gluten-free, highly nutritious grains.

Amaranth is often used in these mixtures. It contains numerous minerals, including iron and calcium. It is especially interesting because it contains lysine, highly appreciated amino acid. It also contains vitamin C, like no other grain. It's gluten-free and quite tasteful, and provides numerous valuable nutrients. It may help lower cholesterol levels.

Quinoa is full of balanced amino acids, proteins and minerals, especially potassium. This tasty and interesting food lowers sugar levels in your blood and make you fill full for hours. It might be more than helpful if you need to lose some weight and is advisable to consume it regularly if you have problems with high blood pressure.

Rye is a very good source of dietary fiber, especially arabinoxylan, which has very good anti-oxidant properties. It also contains phenolic acid and numerous bio-active components. It reduces the risk of diabetes, improves bowel health and can be very helpful in weight control. Rye has great nutrient levels and should be used in your flour mixtures.

Teff contains resistant starch. This dietary fiber has the ability to balance blood sugar levels. It doesn't contain gluten and has very mild flavor. Simply add it into your baking mixtures, it doesn't need to be ground. Teff is really good when you are on the diet, helps digestion and keeps your colon healthy. Teff is also a very good source of calcium.

Sorghum is gluten-free and non-transgenic. High in anti-oxidants, it also contains polycasanols. These compounds are very good for your heart and blood vessels, and they also lower the cholesterol. It can replace wheat flour in most your recipes and improve the texture of your baked goods. Has very nice taste and can be used in many different ways.

Soluble fiber found in Oats helps control sugar levels in your blood. You will also find beta-glucans there, and they are especially useful for your immune system and health in general. Cooked oats can be served for breakfast, as a great source of proteins and other good substances. It has anti-inflammatory properties as well.

Another great plant often found in different healthy mixtures for baking is called Millet. It has really good inflammatory properties, and can be used in numerous different ways. It can also be popped and eaten as a snack. If you want to replace one part of flour in your recipe with Millet, use up to thirty percent. Thanks to its nice taste, It's often used for baking.




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