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Grains

Wheat Flour Or White Whole Wheat Flour

Wheat flour is a milled grain product made from wheat; white whole wheat flour is milled from a lighter-colored variety of whole wheat and retains the bran and germ. Compared with refined white flour, white whole wheat flour generally provides more fiber and micronutrients.

Beneficial properties

source of complex carbohydrates provides plant protein whole-grain option available contains B vitamins contains iron higher fiber in whole wheat form

Nutritional highlights

Wheat flour provides carbohydrates and some protein, while whole wheat versions also contribute more fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and selenium.

Caution. Contains gluten and is not suitable for people with celiac disease or wheat allergy.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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High Cholesterol
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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