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Grains

Oat Flour Or Whole Wheat Flour

Oat flour and whole wheat flour are minimally refined grain flours used in baking and cooking. Oat flour is naturally higher in soluble fiber, while whole wheat flour provides fiber, protein, and nutrients from the bran and germ.

Beneficial properties

whole grain option source of dietary fiber supports satiety provides complex carbohydrates contains B vitamins contains minerals

Nutritional highlights

These flours provide complex carbohydrates, fiber, some plant protein, and minerals such as iron, magnesium, manganese, and selenium, with oat flour notably supplying beta-glucan soluble fiber.

Caution. Whole wheat flour contains gluten and is not suitable for people with celiac disease; oat flour may also contain gluten if not certified gluten-free due to cross-contact.

Conditions it helps with

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