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Grains

Whole-Wheat Or Oat Flour

Whole-wheat flour and oat flour are milled whole-grain flours used in baking and cooking. They provide more fiber and micronutrients than refined white flour because the bran and germ are retained.

Beneficial properties

whole-grain carbohydrate source higher in fiber than refined flour supports digestive health provides steady energy contains beneficial plant compounds

Nutritional highlights

They supply complex carbohydrates, fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, manganese, and small amounts of protein; oat flour also provides beta-glucan soluble fiber.

Caution. Whole-wheat flour contains gluten and is not suitable for people with celiac disease or wheat allergy; oat flour may also contain gluten unless certified gluten-free.

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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Heartburn / GERD
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High Cholesterol
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