Why is refined flour bad for human body
1. Refined flour and its harmful effects
Maida aka Refined flour does not have any nutritional value but does have plenty of calories. It is made of wheat grain that contains high amounts of many nutrients, such as, fibre, vitamins, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and selenium. During the making process, all the important fibre content is removed that makes it flour with zero nutrients. Read this piece of information to know about the harmful effects of refined flour.
2. What is Refined flour
Refined flour, commonly known as ‘Maida’, is the finest variety of wheat flour that is used in making bread, bhatura, samosa, pizza base and many more snack items. The bleaching process gives it the white colour and makes it appealing to the eyes.
3. Leads to weight gain
It has been proven that maida cannot keep you full for longer. It stimulates hunger and pushes you to binge more. Also, it has high carbohydrates that increase secretion of insulin that leads to weight gain and obesity. It is high on glycemic index too, that has been linked to overeating.
4. Presence of SMBS
Food items made with refined flour also use a hazardous chemical called Sodium Meta Bisulphate (SMBS) and Benzoic acid that can be dangerous for pregnant ladies and kids.
5. Refined flour and diabetes
According to experts, refined flour is rich in alloxan, a compound that induces diabetes. It has been proven that refined flour has a high glycemic index that releases sugar in the blood and further spikes insulin. Regular consumption of flour may cause inflammation and type-2 diabetes.
6. Causes digestive issue
It is also called ‘glue of the gut’ which has no fibre content, causes congestion and also slows down the overall digestive system that further leads to obesity, stress and constipation.
7. Lack of nutrients
The process of making refined flour makes it lose all the nutrients like vitamins and minerals. Also, the bleaching process that makes the colour white makes it harmful for the human gut.
8. Verdict
The making process of refined flour makes it harmful for the human body. According to experts, consumption in moderation is not dangerous but over consumption of refined flour can lead to weight gain and also damage the liver and kidney.
