{"id":227830,"date":"2020-05-20T12:55:00","date_gmt":"2020-05-20T10:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=227830"},"modified":"2025-08-04T19:38:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-04T17:38:57","slug":"flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Flours &#8211; their differences, use, nutritional values \u200b\u200band benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits\/#How_is_flour_made\" title=\"How is flour made?\">How is flour made?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits\/#Types_of_flour_based_on_their_use\" title=\"Types of flour based on their use\">Types of flour based on their use<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits\/#Differences_between_flours\" title=\"Differences between flours\">Differences between flours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits\/#Gluten-free_flours\" title=\"Gluten-free flours\">Gluten-free flours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/flours-their-differences-use-nutritional-values-benefits\/#Comparison_of_nutritional_values_of_individual_flours\" title=\"Comparison of nutritional values of individual flours\">Comparison of nutritional values of individual flours<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Which flour is the most suitable for pancakes, <strong>what is tapioca,<\/strong> and what makes banana flour so special? Learn what the <strong>main differences are between the individual flours,<\/strong> what their <strong>use<\/strong> is, and <strong>what benefits<\/strong> they can boast with.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_flour_made\"><\/span>How is flour made?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Before flour appears in your kitchen, it has to <strong>go a long way.<\/strong> The process of processing flour may seem simple, but really <strong>high-quality flour requires a good dose of patience and precision.<\/strong> At the beginning, it is necessary to collect the grains or fruits from which the flour is made. This step itself consists of <strong>several stages of collection, sorting, purification and preparation.<\/strong> Subsequently, the grains and fruits undergo <strong>a crushing process<\/strong> until they take the form of <strong>a mostly white powder mass.<\/strong> In this final phase, you can also determine <strong>the consistency of the flour,<\/strong> on the basis of which it is later divided into <strong>fine, semi-coarse and coarse flour.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1] [2]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/pasta-1181189_1920-min.jpg\" alt=\"Flours - their differences, use, nutritional values and benefits\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Flours - their differences, use, nutritional values and benefits\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_flour_based_on_their_use\"><\/span>Types of flour based on their use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">While it may seem that you can use all the flour for <strong>any baking or thickening,<\/strong> this is not the case. We <strong>divide flours on the basis of their use,<\/strong> namely into:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fine flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">use for pancakes, strudel, shortcrust pastry or thickening of soups<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Semi-coarse flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">sourdough and biscuit dough<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coarse flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">dumplings and pasta<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cake flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">has a fine and soft consistency, suitable for baking shortbread<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bread flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">this is the most suitable flour for baking bread or yeasting<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pasta flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">this is durum wheat flour to keep the pasta in the right shape and density<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1] [2]&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/rsz_img_8564-min.jpg\" alt=\"Types of flour based on their use\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Types of flour based on their use\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"32899,36388,36412,38056,6086,8565,28092,30340\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Differences_between_flours\"><\/span>Differences between flours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">There is <a title=\"Flours - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/flours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\"><strong>a wide range of flours<\/strong><\/a>, from classic wheat flour, through almond flour to tapioca flour. See the <strong>differences between them and the benefits they can be proud of.<\/strong><\/span><strong>&nbsp; <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Wheat flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Wheat, also rightly called <strong>the queen of cereals,<\/strong> <strong>is the most widely used cereal for flour production<\/strong> in the world. In the past, it was even used only as <strong>a privilege of rich families,<\/strong> and poor people were not entitled to it. Nowadays, however, there are many supporters of a healthy diet who exclude it from their diet, <strong>without realizing its benefits.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[4]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in important nutrients<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Wheat is <strong>a rich source of fiber.<\/strong> Fiber is an important part of the diet because it <strong>prevents constipation, helps control blood sugar levels,<\/strong> protects against heart disease and even helps in weight loss. Wheat flour is also rich in <strong>vitamins B1, B3 and B5, riboflavin and folate.<\/strong> It also contains more <strong>iron, calcium, protein<\/strong> and other nutrients than many other types of flour, and is a source of <strong>beta-glucans and other beneficial substances.<\/strong> If you exclude wheat from your diet, you should make sure that you <strong>intake these important nutrients from other foods<\/strong> so that you do not have a lack of them.<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [4]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Ensures intestinal health<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Wheat bran is very rich in <strong>insoluble fiber,<\/strong> which has beneficial effects on the human body. Studies suggest that this fiber may <strong>act as a prebiotic<\/strong> that keeps <strong>beneficial bacteria in our intestines.<\/strong> In addition, wheat, and thus wheat flour, can be <strong>helpful in digestive problems,<\/strong> reducing the time required to digest difficult-to-digest foods.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [4]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of wheat flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">most often used for the production of bread, pasta, pastries, cakes and biscuits.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/wheat-3241114_1920-min.jpg\" alt=\"Differences between flours - wheat flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Differences between flours - wheat flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Spelt flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">This type of cereal flour is more <strong>expensive but very healthy.<\/strong> It <strong>does not contain any chemicals,<\/strong> is easy to digest and has a delicate nutty taste. In fact, spelt is considered <strong>a separate type of wheat.<\/strong> Therefore, since they are the same species, they have <strong>a similar nutritional profile.<\/strong> However, spelt grains are more soluble in water, which makes <strong>digestion much easier for the body.<\/strong> It also has a high protein content, which makes it proud of its <strong>rich amino acid spectrum.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-fine-wholemeal-spelt-flour-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Spelt flour<\/a> also contains fat, which has a <strong>high composition of unsaturated fatty acids. <\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[5]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in fiber and beneficial substances<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Spelt consists mainly of sugars, most of which are starch, making spelt flour products <strong>softer and denser.<\/strong> In combination with the high content of fiber that spelt flour can be proud of, it <strong>helps to slow down digestion and induces a feeling of satiety.<\/strong> In addition, high fiber intake is associated with <strong>a reduced risk of obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.<\/strong> The fiber content of spelt flour is in fact <strong>slightly lower<\/strong> than that of wheat flour, but they contain <strong>a similar amount of soluble fiber. <\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[5] [6] [7]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Since spelt generally contains <strong>high levels of minerals and vitamins,<\/strong> it can, for example, improve the immune system, lower blood sugar levels, as well as help with bad LDL cholesterol levels. It supplies the body with magnesium, zinc, manganese, calcium, potassium and B vitamins.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[5] [6] [7]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of spelt flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">just like wheat flour, it is most often used for the production of bread, pasta, pastries, cakes and biscuits or pancakes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Rye flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rye flour is the only flour, except for wheat and spelt flour, which you can <strong>use to make bread or yeast.<\/strong> Rye flour usually <strong>retains a large amount of nutrients,<\/strong> unlike refined wheat flour. From a nutritional point of view, the <strong>value of rye is comparable to the value of wheat.<\/strong> In some cases, however, its content of <strong>amino acid lysine is even more biologically superior.<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [8] [9]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Induces a feeling of satiety<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rye is <strong>a good source of fiber,<\/strong> which is especially important for people who do not have enough fiber in their diet. Rye fiber is richly <strong>equipped with non-cellulosic polysaccharides,<\/strong> which have an extremely high ability to bind water and quickly <strong>add a feeling of fullness and satiety.<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [9] [10]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Helps lower LDL cholesterol<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rye flour can improve <strong>several aspects of heart health,<\/strong> as some research links its intake to <strong>lower risk factors for heart disease.<\/strong> For example, an 8-week study <strong>compared the effects of eating rye and wheat flour on blood cholesterol levels.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[11]<\/span> The researchers found that rye flour was <strong>14% more effective than wheat flour<\/strong> in reducing bad LDL cholesterol.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9] [10]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Helps with constipation<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">As rye flour is rich in fiber, it effectively contributes to the <strong>improvement of the digestive tract,<\/strong> as it absorbs water, and thus helps to improve the <strong>permeability of the intestines.<\/strong> Some studies even suggest that rye flour was more effective in treating constipation than wheat flour. Other studies have also found that fiber from rye flour can increase the level of <strong>short-chain fatty acids.<\/strong> These acids have been linked to various benefits, including weight loss, lower blood sugar and protection against colon cancer.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9] [10] [11]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of rye flour<\/span><\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">most often used for bread production or yeasting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/corn-4454585_1920-min.jpg\" alt=\"Differences between flours - Rye flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Differences between flours - Rye flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gluten-free_flours\"><\/span>Gluten-free flours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Most products are made from white or wheat flour. However, such products are <strong>unacceptable for celiacs<\/strong> or people on a gluten-free diet. Celiac disease is <strong>a serious autoimmune disease<\/strong> in which small intestinal cells are attacked by the body&#8217;s own immune system. This reaction <strong>occurs during the digestion of gluten,<\/strong> which is most often found in cereals. Fortunately, there are a <strong>number of gluten-free flours<\/strong> on the market that can be used to prepare popular dishes. If you would like to learn more about gluten, read our article <a title=\"Gluten - is it really harmful to all of us?\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/gluten-is-it-really-harmful-to-all-of-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Gluten &#8211; is it really harmful for each of us ?<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Oat flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Oat flour is <strong>a naturally gluten-free flour<\/strong> that has a silky texture and delicate taste. It is similar to wheat flour, except that it is gluten-free and has <strong>a higher protein content<\/strong> than other common flours.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[12]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in beta-glucans<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Oats generally contain <strong>large amounts of beta-glucan,<\/strong> a type of soluble fiber that forms a coarse, gel solution in the intestine, <strong>causing a feeling of satiety.<\/strong> The main health benefits of beta-glucans include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>reduction of LDL and total cholesterol levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reduced blood sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>increase in the feeling of satiety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">increasing the growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[12] [13]<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in antioxidants<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Oats, and therefore oat flour, are <strong>high in antioxidants<\/strong> and beneficial plant compounds called polyphenols. Most notable is a unique group of antioxidants, called <strong>avenanthramides,<\/strong> which are found almost exclusively in oats. Avenanthramides can help <strong>lower blood pressure levels by increasing nitric oxide production.<\/strong> This gas molecule <strong>helps to dilate blood vessels<\/strong> and leads to better blood flow.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[12] [14] [15]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use of oat flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">can be used to prepare all gluten-free dishes &#8211; cakes, biscuits, pancakes, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/cereal-563796_1920-min.jpg\" alt=\"Gluten-free flours - oat flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Gluten-free flours - oat flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Coconut flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-coconut-flour-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Coconut flour<\/span><\/a> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">is made by <strong>grinding and subsequent drying of coconut pulp.<\/strong> The resulting white powder looks similar to flour made from cereals and has <strong>a very delicate taste.<\/strong> Coconut flour has a relatively <strong>high content of protein, fiber and fat<\/strong> and a relatively low content of carbohydrates compared to other flours. In addition, it is <strong>completely gluten-free.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Helps lose weight<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Coconut flour can <strong>help with weight loss,<\/strong> as it contains <strong>medium chain triglycerides (MCT).<\/strong> These are actually <strong>fats<\/strong> that are not stored in the body like regular fat, because they travel directly to the liver, where they are <strong>involved in the production of energy.<\/strong> MCTs can also <strong>reduce appetite<\/strong> and are processed by your body differently from long-chain fats found in foods such as nuts. Thanks to this, MCT fats in coconut flour can <strong>help you burn a little more calories,<\/strong> as they do not turn into fat, but into pure energy.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16] [17]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use of coconut flour<\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">you can use coconut flour to prepare any dessert or pastry, but it is necessary to remember that it has a lower density than wheat flour, so it is necessary to use a thickener or more eggs to thicken while baking.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/coconut-1501334_1920_1_-min.jpg\" alt=\"Gluten-free flours - coconut flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Gluten-free flours - coconut flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Buckwheat flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Buckwheat belongs to a group of foods commonly <strong>called pseudocereals.<\/strong> Pseudocereals are seeds that are used and consumed just like cereal grains, but do not grow on grass. Buckwheat has become popular as a superfood due to its <strong>high content of minerals and antioxidants.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[19] [20]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Improves blood sugar levels<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Buckwheat has a fairly <strong>low to medium glycemic index.<\/strong> This means that it should be safe to consume buckwheat flour for most <strong>people with type 2 diabetes.<\/strong> In fact, studies have linked buckwheat intake to lower blood sugar levels in people with the disease. This effect is thought to be due to the unique <strong>compound D-chiro-inositol.<\/strong> Studies suggest that this <strong>soluble sugar makes cells more sensitive to insulin,<\/strong> which causes the <strong>cells to absorb sugar from the blood.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[20] [21]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Promotes heart health<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Buckwheat flour<\/span> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">boasts with <strong>many compounds<\/strong> that are beneficial to heart health, such as rutin, magnesium, copper, fiber and certain proteins. Among cereals and pseudocereals, buckwheat is the <strong>richest source of rutin,<\/strong> an antioxidant that can, for example, <strong>reduce the risk of heart disease<\/strong> by preventing the formation of blood clots and lowering inflammation or blood pressure. One extensive study linked <strong>buckwheat intake to lower blood pressure,<\/strong> including lower LDL cholesterol levels and higher HDL cholesterol levels.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[20] [22] [23] <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of buckwheat flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">can be used for baking and cooking or thickening food. It is ideal as a substitute for wheat flour.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Rice flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rice flour is made by <strong>grinding white or brown rice<\/strong> and its biggest advantage is that it is <strong>very affordable.<\/strong> Rice flour is a <strong>common substitute for wheat flour.<\/strong> It is also used as a thickener in <strong>chilled or frozen food recipes<\/strong> because it inhibits the separation of liquids. In addition, brown rice is more nutritious and is a good <strong>source of fiber, vitamins and minerals<\/strong> such as calcium and zinc.<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [24]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Helps maintain healthy liver function<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rice flour <strong>contains choline,<\/strong> which <strong>helps transport cholesterol and triglycerides from the liver<\/strong> to places where the body lacks it. As a result, <strong>choline can help maintain a healthy liver.<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [24] [25]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of rice flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">most often used as a thickener.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/rice-1807547_1920-min.jpg\" alt=\"Gluten-free flours - rice flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Gluten-free flours - rice flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Banana flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">A relatively less known <strong>gluten-free flour is <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-banana-flour-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">banana flour<\/a>.<\/strong> It is made from bananas and is used as <strong>an alternative to wheat flour.<\/strong> This flour is especially recommended by <strong>supporters of the paleo diet.<\/strong> Banana flour is made from <strong>green bananas and has a delicate taste of raw bananas.<\/strong> However, it loses this flavor after cooking and can therefore be used as <strong>a healthier alternative<\/strong> to white or processed wheat flour.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[26] [27]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in prebiotic fiber<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Green bananas are known to be <strong>rich in prebiotic fiber,<\/strong> which is important for <strong>promoting intestinal health<\/strong> as well as reducing belly fat. Prebiotic fiber also <strong>improves digestion<\/strong> and is abundant in banana flour.<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [26] [27]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in potassium<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Potassium, which is found in bananas, is a mineral with several benefits, including <strong>maintaining heart health.<\/strong> It also increases <strong>muscle strength and metabolism.<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [26] [27]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rich in resistant starch<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Banana flour is extremely rich in <strong>resistant starch,<\/strong> so it can help diabetics <strong>improve insulin sensitivity and maintain blood sugar levels.<\/strong> This is because it is also stored in the large intestine.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">26] [27]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of banana flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">you can use it as a substitute for wheat or white flour.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/banana-256521_1920-min.jpg\" alt=\"Gluten-free flours - Banana flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Gluten-free flours - Banana flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Tapioca flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Tapioca is <strong>a starch extracted from the root of cassava,<\/strong> a tuber native to South America. Tapioca is almost <strong>pure starch<\/strong> and has very <strong>limited nutritional value.<\/strong> However, it is <strong>naturally gluten-free,<\/strong> so it can serve as <strong>a substitute for wheat.<\/strong> Tapioca is a dried product and is usually sold as white flour, pearls or flakes.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[28]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Contains resistant starch<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-tapioca-flour-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Tapioca flour<\/span><\/a> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">is <strong>a natural source of resistant starch.<\/strong> It is resistant to digestion and acts as <strong>a fiber in the digestive system.<\/strong> Resistant starch is associated with a number of overall health benefits. <strong>It nourishes friendly bacteria in the intestines,<\/strong> thus reducing inflammation and the number of harmful bacteria. It can also <strong>lower blood sugar after a meal,<\/strong> improve glucose metabolism and also <strong>increase the feeling of fullness.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[28] [29] [30]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use of tapioca flour<\/strong> &#8211; used mainly for thickening food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Almond flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/almond-flour-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Almond flour<\/span><\/a> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">is made from ground almonds. The process of flour formation begins by <strong>blanching almonds in boiling water<\/strong> to remove the skin. The almonds cleaned in this way are then <strong>crushed and sieved into fine flour.<\/strong> As this process is less demanding, you can comfortably <strong>make almond flour at home.<\/strong> Almond flour is <strong>extremely rich in healthy fats, proteins and vitamin E,<\/strong> which acts as an antioxidant. It prevents damage from free radicals, which <strong>accelerate aging and increase the risk of heart disease.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[31] [32]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Improves blood sugar levels<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Foods made from wheat are <strong>high in carbohydrates, low in fat and fiber.<\/strong> This can cause your <strong>blood sugar to rise.<\/strong> Almond flour, on the other hand, is <strong>low in carbohydrates but high in healthy fats and fiber.<\/strong> As a result, it has <strong>a low glycemic index,<\/strong> which means that it slowly releases sugar into the bloodstream and thus provides <strong>a permanent source of energy.<\/strong> In addition, almond flour is also <strong>rich in <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/magnesium\" class=\"ek-link\">magnesium<\/a>,<\/strong> which is involved in improving blood sugar control, reducing insulin resistance and blood pressure.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[31] [33]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Helps lower cholesterol<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">An analysis of five studies found that those who ate almond flour meals had a <strong>decrease in LDL cholesterol of 5.79 mg<\/strong> compared to those who ate wheat flour meals. In addition, this decrease in LDL cholesterol also <strong>caused weight loss <\/strong>in the participants.<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[31] [34] [35]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of almond flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">most often used as a substitute for wheat flour in baking cakes, pancakes and desserts.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/rsz___7_1-min.jpg\" alt=\"Gluten-free flours - almond flour\" style=\"width:843px;height:567px\" title=\"Gluten-free flours - almond flour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Flaxseed flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/flaxseed-flour-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Flaxseed flour<\/span><\/a> <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">is produced by <strong>removing oil<\/strong> from the seeds and grinding the flour from the remaining product. Compared to other flours, it contains <strong>a minimal amount of carbohydrates,<\/strong> which makes it excellent for reduction diets. In addition, flax seeds are <strong>a direct storehouse of fiber and quality plant proteins <\/strong>making the flour especially suitable for athletes.<\/span><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[36]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">High in omega-3 fatty acids<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Flax seeds are <strong>an ideal source of omega-3 for vegetarians and vegans<\/strong> who do not normally eat meat, so these healthy fats cannot be obtained, for example, from fish, in which they are abundant. As a result, flaxseed flour is also <strong>a source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA),<\/strong> which our body cannot make, so we must intake it from the diet. Numerous studies declare that a sufficient supply of ALA results in <strong>a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease.<\/strong> Several studies have also linked the use of ALA to <strong>a lower risk of stroke.<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[36] [37] [38]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Use of flaxseed flour<\/span><\/strong> &#8211; <span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">thanks to its ability to gain volume in the liquid, it is especially suitable for thickening soups or sauces. However, physically active people can also add it to their protein drinks or smoothies.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparison_of_nutritional_values_of_individual_flours\"><\/span>Comparison of nutritional values of individual flours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">In the following table we compared the nutritional values of different flours per 100 g:<\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[39]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Nutritional values<\/th><th>Calories<\/th><th>Protein<\/th><th>Carbohydrates<\/th><th>Fiber<\/th><th>Fat<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Wheat flour<\/span><\/td><td>340 kcal<\/td><td>13 g<\/td><td>72 g<\/td><td>11 g<\/td><td>2,5 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spelt flour<\/td><td>345 kcal<\/td><td>17 g<\/td><td>64 g<\/td><td>8 g<\/td><td>2 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rye flour<\/span><\/td><td>347 g<\/td><td>11 g<\/td><td>72 g<\/td><td>13 g<\/td><td>2 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Oat flour <\/span><\/td><td>404 kcal<\/td><td>15 g<\/td><td>66 g<\/td><td>6,5 g<\/td><td>9 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Coconut flour<\/span><\/td><td>358 kcal<\/td><td>18 g<\/td><td>17 g<\/td><td>39 g<\/td><td>16 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Buckwheat flour<\/span><\/td><td>335 kcal<\/td><td>13 g<\/td><td>71 g<\/td><td>10 g <\/td><td>3,1 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Rice flour<\/span> &#8211; brown<\/td><td>363 kcal<\/td><td>7,2 g<\/td><td>76 g<\/td><td>4,6 g<\/td><td>2,8 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Banana flour<\/span><\/td><td>355 kcal<\/td><td>4,1 g<\/td><td>81 g<\/td><td>5,7 g<\/td><td>0,9 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Tapioca flour<\/span><\/td><td>350 kcal<\/td><td>0,5 g<\/td><td>86 g<\/td><td>0,9 g<\/td><td>0,5 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">Almond flour<\/span><\/td><td>575 kcal<\/td><td>20 g<\/td><td>20 g<\/td><td>11 g<\/td><td>54 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flaxseed flour<\/td><td>386 kcal<\/td><td>37 g<\/td><td>7,2 g<\/td><td>38,6 g<\/td><td>14,6 g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tlid-translation translation\" lang=\"en\">We believe that through this article we have <strong>explained<\/strong> to you the <strong>differences<\/strong> that you should <strong>notice when choosing flour.<\/strong> What flour do you use most often? 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