Flours
Based on rice flour with added tapioca or potato starch, with added xanthan gums to increase chewiness
Gluten Free Flour
Once water is added to flour, two protein molecules form together to create ________________
Gluten
Why is fiber good?
It helps aid digestion and clean our digestive tract
It slows digestion
makes us feel full longer therefore helps with wait management
helps us maintain energy levels
lowers blood sugar and improves heart health
Regulates blood sugar levels
The fiber-filled outer layer of the grain that is filled with B vitamins and minerals
Bran
What can I use wheat bran for?
Baking, smoothies, yogurt toppings, animal feed
Heavy, dense baked goods where bran and germ are added which compromises the gluten properties.
Whole Wheat Flour
An allergic response to gluten is known as ___________ disease
Celiac
What is fiber?
A type of carbohydrate
Define the endosperm portion of grain
The starchy carbohydrate middle layer of a grain
The #1 most popular cereal grain in production worldwide is.....
The #1 in the U.S. is......
Rice
Wheat
Low protein, added baking soda and salt, best for biscuits, pancakes, muffins
Self Rising Flour
List 3 naturally gluten free grains
Rice, millet, buckwheat, quinoa, whole corn
List 3 types of foods where fiber can be found
Fruits, veggies, whole grains
Define the germ portion of grain
nutrient packed core
B and E vitamins
Healthy fats
Cereal grains are apart of the __________ family
grass
Lowest protein, bleached to weaken gluten, increased capability to absorb moisture.
Cake Flour
What 3 crops does gluten come from?
Wheat, rye, barley
This type of fiber can be dissolved in water
Soluble Fiber
List the 7 major cereal grains
Wheat
Oats
Corn
Barley
Rye
Rice
Sorghum
Explain the difference between a gluten allergy and a gluten sensitivity
Celiac, is a genetic allergic response to gluten.
Non-Celiac gluten sensitivity is a less severe response to gluten
12-14% protein, strongest containing gluten properties from fermentation of yeast
Bread Flour
Gluten forms when what two proteins mix with water & link together
Gliadin & Glutenin
Explain insoluble fiber and it's purpose
Does not dissolve in water, cleans our digestive tract, prevents constipation
What is the main component of refined flour (white flour) with limited nutrients
Endosperm
Explain the processing steps of grains
Clean, condition/temper/Add water to make it soft, mill/grind, refine/bleach, package/storage