Wheat cereal

Wheat grits are produced from ground crushed wheat grains, which are preliminarily freed from germs, as well as the main mass of fruit and seed shells. Wheat cereal is divided into types and numbers, the name of which directly depends not only on the method of processing wheat, but also on the size of the particles obtained. So, in terms of types, wheat cereals can be small, medium and large.

Despite the fact that today the popularity of this product has slightly decreased - potato meals and pasta have replaced it, wheat cereals are still used to prepare a variety of dishes. For example, on the basis of wheat cereals, not only tasty and very healthy cereals, casseroles, puddings, soups and even collops are obtained.

Composition of wheat cereals

The composition of wheat cereals contains not only starch, but also other carbohydrates, the amount of which varies within 50-70%. In addition, this product is rich in protein and essential amino acids. There are some vegetable fats, fiber, as well as sugar in wheat cereals. The calorie content of wheat cereals on average is 335, 5 kcal.

The benefits of wheat cereals

The general strengthening properties of wheat cereals are considered especially valuable, which are manifested by the excellent stimulation of human immunity, therefore, this product is recommended to be included in the menu for people professionally associated with hard physical work. This cereal is recognized as a natural source of energy for the body, highly appreciated both in daily and dietary nutrition.

Dishes prepared from wheat cereals are good regulators of fat metabolism, further improving the functioning of the digestive tract and contributing to a decrease in cholesterol level in the blood composition. The maximum benefit of wheat cereals is observed if you eat dishes based on it for breakfast - then you can not only get a boost of energy for the whole day, but also not feel hungry until lunch.

Regular consumption of dishes prepared from wheat cereals also contributes to improving the activity of the cardiovascular system and the brain, slowing down the aging processes, normalizing the condition of the skin, nails and hair. In addition, this product helps to remove harmful substances from the body - slags, excess fat, toxic compounds, settled salts of heavy metals, as well as antibiotics taken.

Damage to wheat cereals

Damage to wheat cereals is possible in case of personal intolerance to its components. In addition, this product is categorically not recommended for use in the presence of gastric ulcers, as well as in the period after undergoing surgical interventions.