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Whole Grains vs Enriched Grains
Whole Grains vs Enriched Grains
April 22, 2010 2 Comments on Whole Grains vs Enriched GrainsHave you ever wondered why whole grains are better for you than white flours? Or what the difference between wheat and whole wheat bread was, and whether or not the latter was worth the extra cost? Check out these two videos in which I answer both of these questions. If you have questions about nutrition, fitness, or health, please post a comment! I will do my best to answer!
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Thanks for this very useful info! I have a related question — what about multigrain breads? Is there something in the label I should be watching for (any red flags)? Thanks!
Gelsey-
Excellent question! Multigrain breads are made with multiple grains such as wheat, oats, flax, and millet, but they are NOT necessarily whole grain. Many commercially packaged “specialty” breads are made primarily with enriched wheat or white flour; you still need to check the label to make sure whole wheat flour is the first ingredient listed. Multigrain breads that are made completely from whole grains will usually have “100% Whole Grain” somewhere on the front of the package. Be careful that it doesn’t only say “100% natural ingredients.” This phrase is meaningless. One last thing to keep in mind. Many people pay a premium for the freshly baked “artisan” breads available at some grocery stores. Just becuase they LOOK healthy doesn’t mean they are. Check the label! You will be shocked to find that enriched wheat flour is the primary ingredient of many of these breads. If there is no label, ask someone in the bakery! Make sure you are getting the healthy whole foods you mean to and not cleverly disguised junk!