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MAKE BETTER CHOICES: 5 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO WHITE FLOUR
Nowadays, it is important to pay attention to your diet and ensure eating organic and unprocessed foods. Indeed, a poor diet can lead to serious disorders such as cancer, heart disease, obesity, etc. White flour is among the most harmful foods for the health. Here are 5 healthy meals for replacement of white flour.
WHITE FLOUR: HEALTH HAZARD
White flour is everywhere, in cookies, pasta or bread. It is a food that is difficult to do without. However, it presents serious risk to the health. In effect, this ingredient does not contain nutrients. Worse, several ingredients are added to give its appearance white as chalk, ammonium carbonate or potassium bromate. These are classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
However, there are other alternatives that will help you replace this food. Check out the list:
COCONUT FLOUR
Coconut flour is a powder obtained from the solid coconut. It is first dried, defatted and crushed to take the form of flour. It is rich in dietary fiber (more than wheat bran, flax seeds or prunes) and has a lower content of fatty acids than coconut oil or coconut butter. It is rich in protein (20%), contains no gluten, no cholesterol, so it is ideal for people who suffer from celiac disease. You can use this flour to prepare dough for pizza or cakes.
CHESTNUT FLOUR
Chestnut flour is one of the most used gluten-free flours; it is rich in fiber and prevents digestive disorders. In addition, it has a high content of nutrients such as manganese (59%), phosphorus, copper (25%), iron, vitamin C (43%), B1, B6 (25%) and B2 which reinforce the immune system and promote the smooth operation of the body. However, this flour has a very strong taste, so you can mix it with corn meal.
ALMOND FLOUR
Almond flour is high in protein and contains no gluten; it is perfect for making pastries. Almonds are rich in antioxidants and help to lower the bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood. In addition, they are also rich in unsaturated fatty acids that help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and to raise the levels of good cholesterol. This flour also contains other nutrients such as manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, E and B3. Do not hesitate to consume it.
CASSAVA FLOUR
This flour comes from cassava, a tuber with many health benefits. Indeed, this flour is rich in dietary fiber that helps relieve and prevent digestive problems such as gastric lifts, bloating and heartburn. It is also recommended for people allergic to gluten. However, raw cassava contains a compound called cyanide which can be toxic. It is therefore advisable to peel it, wash it and let it simmer in water to get rid of the toxic compounds. You can make cakes and cookies with this flour.
NUTSEDGE FLOUR
Nutsedge flour or “tiger nuts” comes from nutsedge, a tuber from the Mediterranean. It is recommended for people who suffer from celiac disease or diabetes. Nutsedge can be consumed in the form of oil or drink, whole or as flour. This flour is rich in fiber to aids digestion. It also contains vitamin E to fight against free radicals and prevents aging of the skin. Nutsedge has a low glycemic index, it is rich in protein, fatty acids and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, magnesium and potassium. This flour has a mild, sweet taste, reminiscent of hazelnut. It can be used to prepare cakes, bread dough, biscuits, etc.
MAKE BETTER CHOICES: 5 HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES TO WHITE FLOUR
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