WHAT IS EZEKIAL BREAD AND WHY IT IS THE HEALTHIEST?

People are becoming more aware of the good and bad effects of various types of bread. Though consumption of wheat is a staple almost all over the world, with knowledge and awareness, people are looking for more and more healthier options.

Come into the world of Ezekial bread.

What is Ezekial bread?

The main important process to make Ezekial bread is that its ingredients are sprouted first. Sprouting is the process of soaking the grains and legumes in water and allowing them to germinate. The process of making the bread starts from sprouted grains and legumes.

IMAGE: SPROUTED WHEAT

Benefits of sprouting in Ezekial bread

In contrast with other commercial bread, which contains mainly refined wheat, pulverized whole wheat and added sugars, Ezekial bread is made up of a variety of grains and legumes and no added sugar. And on top of that, these grains and legumes are sprouted. Through the process of sprouting, several biochemical reactions happen in the grain. Sprouting has 2 main health benefits.

  👉 It increases the number of healthy nutrients

    👉 Reduces the number of unhealthy anti-nutrients in the grain.

Anti-nutrients are substances that reduce the absorption of beneficial nutrients. For example, phytic acid is an anti-nutrient that is found in bread and many other types of food. It can bind many minerals like zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium and prevent the body from absorbing them. Sprouting reduces these kinds of harmful anti-nutrients.

Sprouting also reduces the amount of gluten in the grain. Gluten is a protein that many people are sensitive to. It is a reminder that Ezekial bread still contains gluten and is not advised for people who are allergic to gluten.

What does Ezekial bread contain?

Ezekial bread is made from the unique combination of 6 sprouted grains and legumes: wheat, barley, millet, lentils, soybeans and spelt. The sprouted grains and legumes are directly blended and baked without transforming them into flour.  

Ezekial bread contains zero added sugar, low levels of gluten, a great source of fibre, vitamin C, vitamin D, protein, amino acids and many other essential nutrients.

Precaution to be taken while having Ezekial Bread:

Since Ezekial bread does not contain any preservative, molds may likely form on the bread. It is advisable to follow the expiry date of the bread if it is bought from the market and to physically check the bread if it is homemade. Homemade Ezekial bread should be consumed within 5 days if stored at room temperature and within 2 weeks if stored in a refrigerator.

Enjoy this nutritious bread and stay healthy.