Wheat
Wheat
Wheat is a grass widely cultivated for its seed, a cereal grain which is a worldwide staple food. The many species of wheat together make up the genus Triticum; the most widely grown is common wheat. Scientific name of wheat is Triticum. (Wikipedia)
Semolina is the coarse, purified wheat middlings (intermediate milling stage) of durum wheat mainly used in making couscous, pasta, and sweet puddings. The term semolina is also used to designate coarse middlings from other varieties of wheat, and sometimes other grains (such as rice or corn) as well.
Nutritional Benefit of Wheat:
According to article on “Nourish by WebMD”, Wheat,
1. is high in carbohydrates that provide energy, help control your weight and protect against some diseases. Your body needs carbohydrates to work properly. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans say that 45% to 65% of your total daily calories should be carbohydrates. Functions of carbohydrates can be, providing energy, control your weight by helps you feel full. Protect you against some diseases such as cardiovascular disease.
2. Contains protein. Experts recommend that protein make up 10% to 35% of your total calories. You should try to get your protein from plants, such as legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.
3. It’s an important source of minerals. Wheat contains many minerals. Your body needs minerals for regulating enzyme systems, building bones and teeth, helping with muscle contractions, releasing energy from food, maintaining your body’s pH balance.
4. It contains antioxidants. Whole grains contain antioxidants. These are substances that may delay or prevent some forms of cell damage.
5. Good for eye health. Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids, pigments responsible for the colour of wheat. They’re said to be good for eye health, especially with lowering the risk of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
6. High in fibre. Dietary fibre can help you control your blood sugar levels, lower cholesterol, lower your risk of colorectal cancer, improve bowel movements and feel full for longer.
