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Spelt Flour

Spelt flour is a flour milled from spelt, an ancient wheat species, and is used in breads, pasta, and baked goods. It has a mildly nutty flavor and contains gluten.

Beneficial properties

source of complex carbohydrates contains dietary fiber provides plant protein contains B vitamins source of minerals

Nutritional highlights

Spelt flour provides carbohydrates, fiber, protein, B vitamins such as niacin and thiamin, and minerals including iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc.

Caution. Contains gluten and is not suitable for people with celiac disease or wheat-related gluten sensitivities.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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High Cholesterol
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