1. Fruits, Grains, Vegetables - Geography, Nutritional Values
Evidence has been found in medical studies, that oat helps to prevent colon and stomach cancer (Munk 1972 and Thermo Sc. ... Among the benefits found from whole wheat include: weight loss, lowers risk of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes, reduces chronic inflammation, prevents gall stone formation, acts as a stomach cleanser and promotes gastrointestinal health, reduces risk of colon, stomach and breast cancer (Plaza et al. 2003). The high content of lignans in whole wheat is the phytonutrient in charge of protecting the body against hormone dependent cancers and heart diseases. ... Vit...
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