Jun 4, 2024, 10:36 AM IST

9 benefits of eating brown bread

Prachi Prakhar

Lowers the risk of heart attack:  Brown breads have whole grains which help in lowering the risk of heart disease, because they are able to reduce cholesterol and maintain blood pressure.

Facilitates bowel movements:  Brown bread is the great source of fibre, which adds weight in stool and help in speed up the flow of materials through intestine.

Reduces the risk of stroke:  Brown bread have whole grains which may reduces the risk of stroke. 

Adds vitamins and minerals in diet:  Brown bread is a great source of vitamin B, vitamin E, and vitamin K. Adding these in your diet will keep you charge throughout the day.

Reduces the risk of obesity:  Brown breads are rich in fibre which can prevent from overeating by filling you up quickly.

Reduce hypertension:  It is considered that food items which has whole grains releases happy hormones in brain which help in reducing hypertension.

Supports healthy digestion:  Some fiber in whole grains behaves as a probiotics, so that they can help to feed your gut bacteria which is vital for digestive health.

May reduce chronic inflammation:  Some past evidences suggest that whole grains found in brown bread can reduce inflammation, which helps to deal with chronic diseases.

Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion.

Helps in formation of haemoglobin: Brown bread consist iron in it, which is needed for the formation of haemoglobin and is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood.