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Bulgur
May help prevent: cancer, heart disease, intestinal disease, obesity
High in fibre, low in fat and rich in B vitamins, iron, phosphorous
and manganese, bulgur tops the charts as one of the most nutritious grains.
With a whopping 5 grams of insoluble fibre per cup, bulgur reduces the
risk for irritable bowel syndrome, fights colon cancer and supports weight
loss. Paired up with a vitamin C-rich fruit or veggie, bulgur strengthens
the immune system and beats fatigue with its supply of iron. The fibre
in bulgur keeps waistlines healthy, while its B vitamins reduce harmful
homocysteine levels helping to cut the risk of heart disease.
Action Tip: Bulgur is quick cooking and has a nut-like flavour. Best known
as an ingredient in tabouli salad, bulgur is also tasty in pilafs, soups,
casseroles, stuffing and baked goods. Bulgur is versatile and can be
used in place of pasta, rice, noodles or barley. Bulgur can also be tossed
into your favourite salads or used in burger patties. Use the fine or
medium grains for tabouli and coarse grains for side dishes such as pilafs
and stuffing.
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