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White bread, fine grits, refined cereals - when to consider including them in the diet
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1. Comparison of the composition of rye and wheat bread
Grains such as wheat or barley contain carbohydrates. Carbohydrates, otherwise known as saccharides or sugars, are organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms. Our daily diet should take them into account because they are the main energy components of food, which means that they provide the energy necessary for the proper functioning of the body. Consuming them in adequate quantities is particularly important for the brain, spinal cord, and red blood cells. The fact that carbohydrates are so important for us is clear, but the question remains: does the calorie content of a slice of wheat bread differ significantly from that of a slice of rye bread? The answer is no. 100g of wheat bread, which is about 2.5 slices, provides 274 kcal. For comparison - 100g of rye bread provides 259 kcal. As can be seen, these values are very similar. However, these types of bread differ in their fiber content, vitamins (especially those from the B group), and nutrients such as phosphorus, sulfur, zinc, chlorine, magnesium, and iron.2. For whom refined grain is a better choice
The high fiber content in low-processed cereal products helps us to maintain or reduce our body weight, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers. As we can see, there are many advantages and they are indisputable. However, situations occur where the use of highly purified products such as wheat bread or breadcrumbs will work lightly as a medicine, because dietary fiber avoids the ability to bind to water and stimulate insufficient water intake in a daily diet.3. Can athletes use grains without whole grain
Grains without whole grain are likely a better choice for people with gastrointestinal problems, elderly people, or after surgical procedures. Fiber should be reduced to take care of the diseased organs. The fact that grains without whole grain have a lower nutritional value or a lower fiber content is not a problem for athletes. The diet of a person with high physical activity (especially a person who consumes large amounts of grains) is rich in minerals or vitamins, so it is not possible to have a complete deficiency of nutrients in the diet as a result of this.
