Whole grain rye shown to boost gut health

( Natural News ) Whole grains are great for gut health, and a recent study reveals how. The researchers from the University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio and the International Agency for Research on Cancer in France found that eating whole grain rye (WGR) has a positive impact on serotonin levels in the blood. The study builds up from previous research which showed that whole grains affected metabolites – molecules in the body that are involved in metabolic processes. Through human and mice studies, the researchers examined how two kinds of bread – WGR and wheat bread with fermented rye bran – affected gut metabolism. They also determined how the two breads influenced the levels of metabolites in blood. From their findings, it affirms that rye bread has a lot of health benefits, making it a great alternative for common wheat bread. Fast facts on rye Rye is a grain from a common weed. It evolved to look like wheat, so that its seeds could be sown again during planting season. Because it could tolerate cold climates, farmers started cultivating it, and it became a cereal crop. It is now a part of the wheat family, together with oats, barley, and buckwheat. Rye grains can be harvested and turned into flour. There are many kinds, namely: The light and medium rye flour, which are refined. The dark, rye meal, and pumperknickel varieties, which are more likely to be whole grain. WGR helps lower serotonin levels Whole grain rye produces a dense, dark bread and has a delicious earthy flavor. Researchers found that eating this kind of bread may influence the body’s serotonin levels. Discover how to prevent and reverse heart disease (and other cardio related events) with this free ebook : Written by popular Natural News writer Vicki Batt, […]

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