Wheat grain
What is Wheat grain?
Wheat grain is the kernel of the wheat plant, a cereal grass cultivated worldwide. It is a staple food, providing carbohydrates, protein, and fibre. The grain is typically milled into flour for baking or cooked whole for dishes like pilafs and porridges.
Is Wheat grain vegan?
Wheat grain is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Wheat grain gluten-free?
It contains gluten, a protein that can cause adverse reactions in individuals with coeliac disease or non-coeliac gluten sensitivity.
Is Wheat grain a major allergen?
Wheat is one of the 14 major allergens that must be declared on UK food labels.
What is Wheat grain used for?
Wheat grain is used whole or cracked in a variety of foods, including breads, breakfast cereals, and grain salads.
Is Wheat grain safe?
Wheat grain is a whole food and not a food additive.
Why it's used
Wheat grain is used whole or cracked in a variety of foods, including breads, breakfast cereals, and grain salads. It provides texture, fibre, and a nutty flavour. As a whole grain, it contributes to the structure and substance of baked goods and other dishes.
Health notes
Wheat grain is a whole food and not a food additive. It is a source of dietary fibre, which is important for digestive health, and provides energy from carbohydrates. Whole grains, including wheat, are recommended as part of a balanced diet by the NHS and SACN. Evidence suggests that diets rich in whole grains may be associated with a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases, according to peer-reviewed reviews.
Allergen info
Wheat is one of the 14 major allergens that must be declared on UK food labels. It contains gluten, a protein that can cause adverse reactions in individuals with coeliac disease or non-coeliac gluten sensitivity.
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