Eat Foods With Adequate Starch and Fiber

Why is bread nicknamed the Staff of Life?
Because throughout history so many people depended on it as a primary source of nutrients.

A grain of wheat has three parts. Name and describe each one.
The germ is where the new plant start to grow
The bran is the outer part of the grain.
The endosperm is the middle part, mostly carbohydrates.

What is the difference between white flour and whole wheat flour?
Whole wheat flour contains all three parts of the grain and in white flour the bran and germ are removed.

When was white flour first developed?
3000 b.c.

Why does white bread cost less than whole wheat bread.
The manufactures can sell the removed germ and bran for animal feed.

What does it mean to enrich bread?
Add vitamins to it.

Convice me that I should be eating whole wheat bread instead of white bread.
Whole wheat bread contains many more nutrients not found in white bread. People who eat whole wheat bread seem to not have vitamin deficiencies.

Do all states require bread/flour to be enriched?
No.

How can you tell for certain if the bread you purchase is whole wheat?
Read the label

How do manufacturers determine the way in which to list ingredients?
by its weight.

What do whole grains have to do with fiber?
Whole grains are a great source of fiber.

Why is it important to get enough fiber in your diet?
Fiber aids in weight control by making you feel full after a smaller portion. It also prevents constipation and can lower cholestrol.