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Friday, January 24, 2014

Whole Grain Flour Mixes For Baking Can Make Staying Healthy Easier

By Jeannie Chapman


One of the keys to optimum health is eating whole grain foods. The closer to its natural state that a food is, the more nutrients it has. Using whole grain flour mixes for baking is a good way to add nutrients and fiber to anyone's diet.

These mixes can be made at home or bought commercially. Most busy people buy these versus making them to save time. Usually the standard for flour has been wheat, but there are many other grains that can be used. For those without wheat allergies, a whole wheat mix is better nutritionally than those with white flour.

Other flours include rye, quinoa, brown rice, millet, and even tapioca. These also offer the added benefit of being gluten-free, for those with those sensitivities. These are also a good option for those with wheat allergies. Many are a blend of several flours, which adds flavor and texture to the mix.

These products are easy to use; most just need a few extra things added before baking it into breads, muffins and other delicious baked goods. Most call for the addition of eggs, oil, and water; others may direct you to add milk and other ingredients. It is possible to use substitutions for some of these items for those who are vegan or on a restricted diet.

Mixes made with less processed grains will need more moisture than those made with white flour. They are best used in pancakes, muffins, and breads. There are many recipes to be found, try the manufacturer's website or other sites that cater to healthy living.

There are many recipes online, many come directly from the manufacturer. There are also forums and other places to find recipes and get questions answered. Often, if one is experiencing a particular problem or trying to work around a food restriction, someone else is also facing this challenge. It is much easier to seek out these solutions rather than reinventing the wheel.

These are easy to locate at most grocery stores, many websites, and health food shops. There has been a lot of talk about gluten sensitivities lately, therefore the selection of this type of product have increased exponentially. Compared to the past, it is much easier to find whole grain versions of many products. Most stores even have a gluten free section that stock mixes made with whole wheat and alternative flours. Cooking with these may require some practice and experimentation to find which one works and tastes the best.

Using whole grain flour mixes for baking make healthy living a snap. This is an easy way to add nutrients and fiber and not sacrifice flavor, in fact, it usually tastes better. Foods that are not heavily processed taste so good that it is easy to forgo margarine or other fattening spreads. Alternative flours are often paler and can mimic white flour to tempt picky eaters. These are a great addition to any diet or eating plan.




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