Saturday 5 December 2015

CHOOSE WHEAT FLAKES OVER CORNFLAKES

  • Cuts down the calories: One serving of bran flakes (about 1 oz. or 30g) has 91 calories while the same one serving of corn flakes has 102 calories. It might seem to be a very negligible difference of about 9 calories, but in the long run it makes a greater difference (a reduction of 9 calories per day for 30 days will be reducing your calorie intake by 270 calories in just a month!). The lesser calories you consume, the more weight you lose.
  • More fiber intake: Bran flakes are a fiber rich cereal. It contains around 5 grams of fiber in one serving, which is about 20% of the daily fiber requirement of a 2,000 calorie diet. Fiber is necessary in your diet as it helps in your bowel movement. Also, insoluble fibers have the capacity to absorb water and expand, thus making you feel full even hours after your breakfast.
  • Rich in minerals and vitamins: Bran flakes are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. The mineral content includes calcium, zinc, magnesium, copper, manganese, phosphorus and iron while the vitamins include vitamin A, B1, B2, B3, B6, D and E. Bran flakes do not contain vitamin C.
  • Helps in digestion: Bran has antibacterial properties and helps in maintaining the balance in the gastrointestinal tract. Bran reduces the adverse effects of bacteria in your digestive tract, thus improving your overall health.
  • Lowers cholesterol levels: High levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of clogged arteries, which can later lead to heart attacks or strokes. Not only does bran have zero cholesterol, but also eating bran daily has been found to reduce the cholesterol levels in your body.
Wheat flakes are very much helps full in weight loss as they are loaded with fiber. Choosing it as your breakfast option is beneficial for good healthy weight loss.
Benefits:
§  Gives early satiety
§  Helps in weight loss
§  Maintains blood sugar levels in diabetes
§  Reduce cholesterol
§  Rich in other vitamins and minerals
§  Helps in constipation
§  Keeps your digestive system clean
Having benefited with these, one may anyways choose wheat flakes over cornflakes.

You can add sliced fruits, nuts, and raisins to add sweet taste and also make it more nutritious.

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