A Guide on Nutritional Qualities of Durum Wheat

 

Durum wheat is one of the most popular forms of wheat. Durum Wheat is also called as pasta wheat as durum wheat is used for pasta manufacturing. The grains of durum wheat is made into semolina by grounding. Durum wheat is fond of its paramount hardness, high protein content, acute yellow color, and a nutty hint of flavor. This is also a great source of support for bones and sinuses. Durum wheat is of high nutritional value.

 

NUTRITIONAL QUALITIES:

All the qualities are per proportion of your Recommended Daily Amount while it may vary according to your age, gender, and weight.

A bowl of durum wheat contains

·      170 calories

·      36 grams of carbs

·      0 grams of sugar

·      7 grams of protein

·      1 gram of fat

·      0 grams of salt

·      0 grams of fiber

Amount of  Vitamins in Durum wheat

·      43.00mcg of Folate

·      0.00mcg of Folic acid

·      0.121mg 419mg of VitaminB6

·      Protein and Amino acids

·      13.68 g of Protein

·      0.427 g of Alanine

·      0.483 g of Arginine

·      0.617 g of Aspartic acid

·      0.286 g of Cystine

·      4.743 g of Glutamic acid

·      0.495 g of Glycine

·      0.322 g 176 g of Tryptophan

 

Durum Wheat is also rich in micronutrients which play a vital role in sustaining a balanced diet

Durum wheat holds

·      1.506mg of Manganese which contributes to protecting our cells from damaging and also important for bone health.

·      254mg of Phosphorus helps in maintaining the normal function of cells.

·      22.5mg of Selenium which reinforces our immune system and thyroid function.

·      3.369mg of Niacin that promotes energy creation, the function of the nervous system, and mental health.

·      0.277mg of Copper that protects our body cells from damaging free radicals.

·      72mg of Magnesium contributes to reducing fatigue and improving overall health.

Though Semolina made of Durum Wheat is of high nutritional value, sometimes not choosing rich grains will make a difference in the nutritional value. It is important to choose your durum wheat semolina supplier wisely.

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