positive effect on intestinal transit<\/strong>.<\/p>\nIn addition, food authorities – such as the European Food Safety Authority – have admitted it to the list of foods with proven health properties.<\/p>\n
Among the outstanding benefits of incorporating wheat bran into your diet<\/strong>, we have<\/p>\n<\/span>Bowel activity<\/span><\/h3>\nWheat bran, being a fiber that does not dissolve but absorbs water, helps with the increase in volume of the stool<\/strong> so that the intestinal transit is faster.<\/p>\nThat is why eating this food daily prevents you from having constipation, prevents the appearance of hemorrhoids, decreases the pressure on the abdomen and improves bowel movements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>Ally for the heart<\/span><\/h3>\nDid you know that wheat bran helps your heart? Wheat bran is a food that is high in vitamins and minerals<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThis nutritional content takes care of the heart, among other functions.<\/p>\n
The consumption of this cereal prevents the development of cardiovascular diseases<\/strong>, such as hypertension or heart failure.<\/p>\n<\/span>Combats depression and stress<\/span><\/h3>\nAmong the nutritional values of wheat bran, we find the B vitamin<\/strong>.<\/p>\nFrequent consumption of vitamin B is known to reduce or eliminate stress.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, this vitamin helps to provide energy and encouragement to continue with your activities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>Excellent for weight loss<\/span><\/h3>\nBecause of its quality of generating a correct intestinal transit, it is consumed by people who are on weight loss diets<\/strong>.<\/p>\nHowever, adequate amounts supplied by a medical nutritionist should be consumed so as not to cause adverse effects.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Ideal during pregnancy<\/span><\/h3>\nIt is a perfect food to eat during pregnancy and breastfeeding.<\/p>\n
When consumed, it provides phosphorus, folic acid, vitamin B, vitamin E, calcium and magnesium <\/strong>to both mother and baby.<\/p>\n<\/span>Rejuvenate your skin<\/span><\/h3>\nWheat bran is an ally to preserve and enhance your natural beauty.<\/p>\n
Yes, as you read: eating wheat bran has great benefits in beauty, such as delaying the appearance of wrinkles in the body<\/strong>.<\/p>\nIn addition, because of its zinc content, it helps with hair and nail growth and regenerates the skin.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Reduces the likelihood of cancer<\/span><\/h3>\nAn intake of 30 grams per day reduces the chances of suffering from rectal or colon cancer<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThis happens because its fibrous content increases the volume of stool that passes through the gastrointestinal tract, eliminating any carcinogenic substances that may remain in the intestine.<\/p>\n
In the case of the colon, fatty acids are generated that keep colon cells healthy<\/strong> and do not allow tumor cells to grow.<\/p>\nOther components of wheat bran such as its vitamins, lignans, minerals and phytochemicals have contributed to reducing the chances of prostate, breast, lung or stomach cancer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>Headache? Wheat bran!<\/span><\/h3>\nLack of vitamins, especially B vitamins, are a frequent cause of headaches.<\/p>\n
To avoid them, add wheat bran to your daily diet and you will notice how they disappear from your life<\/strong>.<\/p>\nHowever, you must understand that they prevent pain, that is, they have no effect on reducing an existing headache<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>Main properties of this natural product<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"Principales](\"https:\/\/greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Principales-propiedades-de-este-producto-natural-1024x536.jpg\")
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Wheat bran contains high amounts of fiber and protein that help the gastrointestinal system, but have other properties.<\/p>\n
The vitamins that are part of the B group are useful and important for the correct functioning of the central nervous system<\/strong>.<\/p>\nVitamin B1 or thiamine is in charge of metabolizing the other foods that are consumed and stimulating hunger.<\/p>\n
While vitamin B2 or riboflavin is an antioxidant and helps with eye and tissue health.<\/p>\n
Vitamin B6 or pyridoxine is an important actor in the formation of gastric juices and to synthesize the body’s hemoglobin<\/strong>.<\/p>\nIt also contains vitamin E which is an excellent antioxidant and vitamin K which helps to have an ideal liver function.<\/p>\n
It also contains minerals such as zinc, sodium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper and potassium<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>Ways to consume wheat bran<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"Formas](\"https:\/\/greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Formas-de-consumir-el-salvado-de-trigo-1024x536.jpg\")
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If you want to include it in your dishes, but don’t know how to do it, don’t worry. Here’s the solution.<\/strong><\/p>\nYou can add it to milk or yogurt to soften them and make them palatable.<\/p>\n
They can also be added to cereal in fruit salads, smoothies or shakes<\/strong>.<\/p>\nIf you like to bake, you can add it to your dessert mix like muffins or cakes. That way you will get incredible color and flavor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>Incorporate it into your diet, but within these limits<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"Incorp\u00f3ralo](\"https:\/\/greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Incorpo\u0301ralo-a-tu-dieta-pero-con-estos-li\u0301mites-1024x536.jpg\")
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Wheat bran is a food that is usually used as a supplement when dieting, so it does not replace any food<\/strong>.<\/p>\nWhen you want to integrate wheat bran into your diet, it is important to know how much fiber you consume daily when eating vegetables, cereals, fruits and legumes.<\/p>\n
If your diet is deficient in fiber, you can include wheat bran up to 20 or 30 grams per day<\/strong>.<\/p>\nIf you eat more than 30 grams per day, you may suffer from adverse effects such as indigestion, flatulence and bloating<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>But why add it to your diet?<\/span><\/h2>\nWheat bran is an ingredient that has unsaturated fatty acids, so it helps the appearance of good cholesterol. Thanks to this characteristic, it is a perfect food for people with high triglycerides and hypertension<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThe fibre it contains is an ally in reducing the body’s adipose tissues and avoiding constipation.<\/p>\n
When you finish eating, it gives your body a feeling of fullness because the fiber increases in size in the stomach as it mixes with the gastric juices<\/strong>. Its consumption also helps to reduce anxiety.<\/p>\n<\/span>Nutritional value<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"Valor](\"https:\/\/greenuso.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/Valor-nutricional-1024x536.jpg\")
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Before buying and consuming any product it is important to know its nutritional value, and wheat bran is no exception.<\/p>\n
In 100 grams<\/strong> of wheat bran, which is an approximation of what is consumed in three days, are found:<\/p>\n\n- Iron: 10.57 milligrams<\/li>\n
- Vitamin B3: 18, 28 milligrams<\/li>\n
- Sodium: 2 milligrams<\/li>\n
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams<\/li>\n
- Calcium: 73 milligrams<\/li>\n
- Fiber: 42.80 grams<\/li>\n
- Calories: 273 kilocalories<\/li>\n
- Protein: 15.55 grams<\/li>\n
- Fat: 4.25 grams<\/li>\n
- Carbohydrates: 21.72 grams<\/li>\n
- Sugars: 0.09 grams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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