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I am often asked by clients, what is a good replacement for pasta or rice in their favorite recipes? Besides quinoa, wheatberries have a great nutty flavor and have some excellent health benefits. Wheatberries are composed of the entire wheat kernel (except for the hull), including bran, germ, and endosperm, giving this food 6 grams of fiber per quarter cup. As in other whole grain products, here are some of the health benefits to the wheatberry.
Can help Lower the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Can Lessen Chronic Inflammation
May Help Prevent Gallstones
Promotes Gastrointestinal Health
Helps lower the risks of Breast and Colon Cancer
Contains important nutrients such as Iron, Calcium, B vitamins, Folate and Potassium
Helps increase levels of protective HDL
Helps lower cholesterol
Helps lower high triglycerides
Helps lower high blood pressure
A quarter cup of dry, uncooked wheatberries contains 150 calories. As always if you are trying to lose weight, be aware of your portions.
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