Wheat

Description

Wheat is one of the most common cereals used throughout the world. It is also one of the most valuable cereals and a good source of energy. Wheat, in its natural unrefined state, features a host of important nutrients. Therefore, to receive benefit from the wholesomeness of wheat it is important to choose wheat products made from whole wheat flour rather than those that are refined and stripped of their natural goodness.

Features

Most benefits of wheat are reaped only by consuming it whole or as unrefined whole wheat flour.
Wheat is a rich source of magnesium, a mineral that acts as a co-factor for more than 300 enzymes, including enzymes involved in the body's use of glucose and insulin secretion. This helps diabetics to keep their blood glucose in check.
Consuming wheat regularly can help avoid gall stones.
It promotes gastrointestinal health, and acts as a laxative.