Cereals Made by Lili Balog, 6.a
Types: -Wheat -Millet -Oat -Rice -Rye
Wheat A lot is grown in Hungary. We make a lot of food from wheat, like bakery, pasta and even beer.
Oat It contains a lot of iron, magnesium, calcium. It reduces the cholesterol level. It helps digestion. It cures gastric inflammation. It’s good for diabetic people and also a natural antidepressant. It diminishes the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Porridge is made of oatmeal.
Millet Its vitamin B and protein contents are high. It is an antioxidant and prebiotic. It reduces the triglyceride level. It optimizes your mood. It has an alkalizing effect.
Rice There are two types. White rice: - protein source - contains a lot of amino acid - healthy Brown rice: - excellent source of manganese - rich in selenium - contains magnesium - reduces LDL cholesterol level
Barley Its phosphorus, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, vitamin C, folic acid contents are high. It guarantees a normal heart- and brain function. It has a calming effect on your nerve system.
Rye Its flour contains less fat but more minerals than wheat flour. It’s rich in fibre. If you often consume it, it has a good affect on your intestine function. It lowers the cholesterol level. It helps in case of obstipation.
To be healthy we should eat a lot of cereals!