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• Whole Wheat Bread is made from the addition of wheat flour into a traditional bread recipe. Breads utilizing wheat flour have been more heavily integrated into North American diets based on their strong whole grain content.

• Fast Facts

  1. Rich in dietary fiber and antioxidants
  2. Good source of tryptophan and magnesium
  3. Honey is a frequent addition to whole wheat and grain breads
  4. The coarseness of the wheat flour can determine the bread's consistency

• Health Benefits

  Much like rye varieties, whole wheat bread and related products are a rich source of manganese and dietary fiber. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition emphasizes that whole grain consumption may help control body weight, lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and even help lessen the pain inflammatory diseases. The high fiber content in whole wheat bread has been shown to help prevent breast cancer and gallstones.

  When choosing a whole wheat bread, it is important to find a product that has not been heavily processed, as this may lessen the fiber content and substantially reduce the health benefits.

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