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Power Foods - Part 10 - Grains #12 and #13
(Information from The Power of Food - Bonnie Raffel R. D., Author)
(Information from The Power of Food - Bonnie Raffel R. D., Author)
#12 - Spelt and Spelt Flour - Spelt is an
ancient grain related to wheat. It
provides a variety of nutrients and is rich in fiber. The healthy benefits of spelt include,
lowering cholesterol and balancing blood sugar levels. spelt is available in its hulled, wholegrain
form (spelt berries), or as a flour.
#13 - Wheat Germ - Wheat germ is
not a type of flour, but is a part of the wheat kernel. The term "germ" refers to the
reproductive part of the kernel. Wheat
germ is very high in protein and is rich in nutrients. It contains more potassium and iron than any
other food source, and contains vitamin E which is important as an antioxidant
which strengthens the immune system. Try
adding wheat germ to smoothies, stir into yogurts, or add to cereals and baked
potatoes.
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