Why shouldn’t we consume bread?

This food is practically not lacking in any meal. We are talking about bread, the product that remains to be the most consumed food by all the Moldovans. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, a man consumes 112 kilograms of bread and bakery every year. Although the recipe contains wheat flour, water and salt, many producers add various preservatives that make bread does not have the best nutritional composition. Read below and see what are the reasons for bread consumption.

Bread has a low nutritional value

According to specialists, bread has a high carbohydrate content and daily consumption leads to fattening and causes various metabolic conditions. If we talk about commerce bread, it is not a nourishing food. During the refining process, the bread loses several beneficial properties, due to the removal of grain germs and bran, recommended for consumption. Finally, the bread obtained becomes low in fiber, vitamins and minerals and even with a high concentration of starch that can influence metabolism and digestion.

Bread has a high sodium content

In addition, nutritionists also attract attention to the high sodium content that is in the composition of bread and can have negative effects on human health. Almost 80 % of man’s disordered foods are transformed foods. For example, bread often contains baking soda and phosphate. Consumed in excess, it can cause water retention in the body and hypertension.

Bread has a high glycemic index

In addition, white bread is not a good source of energy, reduces insulin production and produces hyperglycaemia. Experts speak of the similarity between sugar and bread, both which increase blood sugar, influence the functions of the pancreas and cause metabolic disorders, such as diabetes.

What risks do they involve bread consumption?

• Swelling, constipation and fatigue. As you know, the bread is made of wheat, it contains gluten respectively. Regular consumption of gluten can lead to the beginning of the disease. celiac. Gluten intolerance is manifested by swelling, constipation and fatigue.
• Blocks the absorption of minerals. Bread contains cereals rich in phytic acid, which blocks the absorption of calcium, zinc or iron in the body.
• It contains many food additives. Most of the baking products contain ingredients, aromas and thermostable essences. These food additives make digestion difficult.

Nutritionists recommend that they gradually give up on bread consumption. If you can’t, you should try to replace bread from trade with healthier foods that would inspire the feeling of satiety during the day.