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Fine flour And wheat flour is an important part of our everyday food. Flour is used in dishes like Naan, Kulcha, Samosa, Bhatura, Cake and Cookies. At the same time, wheat flour is more preferred for dishes like roti, paratha, puri and phulka.
Although both these are made from wheat, their nutritional value, impact on digestion and health effects in a long time are completely different. This difference matters even more in terms of digestive health, diabetes and weight management.
So let’s today News of the need In we will talk about facts related to maida and wheat flour. Will also know that-
- What is the basic difference between maida and wheat flour?
- Which of these food is more healthy?
Expert: Dr. Poonam Tiwari, Senior Dietician, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute, Lucknow
Question- What is the basic difference between maida and wheat flour?
answer- Flour is made from only the endosperm of wheat (white, starch part inside wheat). It is more processed and converted into fine, white and soft flour, due to which fiber, vitamins and minerals are very less in it.
At the same time, wheat flour is made by grinding the entire rash, which makes it more nutritious, fiber -rich and better for digestion. Understand its basic difference from the graphic below-

Question- What is the difference between the nutritional value of maida and wheat flour?
answer- Flour mainly contain starch based carbohydrates. However, due to the removal of bran and other nutrients during processing, fiber, vitamins and minerals remain negligible. This is why it is weakened in heavy and weakens in nutrition.
At the same time, wheat flour is made from whole wheat, which contains essential nutrients like fiber, protein, iron, magnesium and zinc. It also contains vitamin B-complex and vitamin E, which are beneficial for digestion, energy and overall. Understand the nutritional value of 100 grams of maida and wheat flour from the graphic below-

Question- What are the advantages and disadvantages of maida and wheat flour?
answer- The fiber present in wheat flour relieves constipation and maintains the digestive system. Its glycemic index is less than the flour, which keeps the blood sugar level stable. It also helps in keeping the stomach full for a long time, which reduces the chances of overwriting.
It is rich in nutrients such as iron, magnesium, zinc and B-complex vitamins, which help to give energy to the body and protect against heart disease. However, people with gluten sensitives or those who have sealic disease should avoid it. Some people may also have allergies to wheat.
At the same time, flour is used in baking and snacks because it makes things soft and attractive. Its regular intake can spoil the digestive system and increase blood sugar.
Calorie is more at risk of weight gain and gut health due to low nutrition and low nutrition. Excessive intake of this increases the risk of serious diseases like obesity, heart disease, type-2 diabetes and fatty liver. Therefore it is better to use fine flour restrained and occasionally.

Question- Which of the flour and wheat flour is more healthy?
answer- Flour only gives energy, while wheat flour gives nutrition along with energy. Therefore, wheat flour is a better option in everyday health diet.
Question- What other healthy options can be there instead of flour?
answer- We can include some other options instead of flour in our everyday diet, which are rich in nutrients and beneficial for the stomach. Such as-
Ragi flour: Good sources of calcium and iron, beneficial for bones and anemia.
Barley flour: Beneficial for fiber rich and digestive health.
sorghum flour: Gluten-free and fiber rich.
Millet flour: Gut-friendly and rich in nutrients.
Oats flour: High fiber content, beneficial for stomach.
Almond or coconut flour: Low-carb and gluten-free option.
Question- Is there a healthy option by mixing maida and wheat?
answer- Eating flour and wheat flour can be considered to be somewhat better option. But it cannot be called completely healthy. By doing this, the heaviness of the flour and high glycemic effect is slightly reduced. But his nutrition is still not as much as wheat flour. However, if you use 1 part maida + 2 or 3 part wheat flour, then taste and texture can be better.
Question- How is the flour identified?
answer- The flour looks white or shiny cream color, while wheat flour is light brown. Flour texture is very fine and silky. It looks absolutely soft when caught in the hands, while wheat flour is slightly rough.
Flour does not have any special fragrance, while wheat flour contains a natural smell like a slight soil. If you add water to the flour, it becomes sticky and soft paste. Wheat flour remains hard for a while and slowly soft. If the flour purchased from the market looks too white and soft, then the flour can be found in it.
Question- How to store maida and flour so that it does not spoil quickly?
answer- Always keep both in a airtight container in a dry place. Putting a bay leaf or neem dry leaf in the dough does not cause insects to it.
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