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Description
Coconut flour is a fine powder made from dried coconut meat. It carries a sweetness and a nutty flavor but does not overpower the foods. It can be used in cakes, muffins, and pancakes. It finds further use in sauces for its absorbing nature to thicken them, in low-carb bread, and in tortillas. High in healthy fats and dietary fiber, coconut flour supports digestive health and provides long-lasting energy. This flour is particularly suited for ketogenic, paleo, and low-carb diets, offering a nutritious alternative to traditional flours without compromising taste or versatility. In addition, it contains protein and essential minerals such as manganese and iron that enrich both the flavor and nutritional quality of your creations. Incorporate it into your recipes for that extra bit of natural, wholesome goodness.
Coconut Flour
Benefits
High in Fiber: Promotes healthy digestion, supports regular bowel movements, and helps stabilize blood sugar levels, making it a valuable addition to balanced diets.
Keto and Paleo-Friendly: With low carbohydrate and high healthy fat content, coconut flour is a staple for ketogenic, paleo, and gluten-free meal plans, supporting energy levels and overall metabolic health.
Nutrient-Rich: Packed with essential nutrients such as protein, iron, and manganese, which contribute to energy production, healthy bones, and overall wellness.
Versatile in the Kitchen: Adds a naturally sweet flavor to desserts and enhances the texture of savory dishes, ensuring flexibility for a variety of baking and cooking needs.
Naturally Gluten-Free: A safe and delicious option for those with gluten sensitivities or those looking for grain-free alternatives without sacrificing taste or quality.
High in Fiber: Promotes healthy digestion, supports regular bowel movements, and helps stabilize blood sugar levels, making it a valuable addition to balanced diets.
Keto and Paleo-Friendly: With low carbohydrate and high healthy fat content, coconut flour is a staple for ketogenic, paleo, and gluten-free meal plans, supporting energy levels and overall metabolic health.
Nutrient-Rich: Packed with essential nutrients such as protein, iron, and manganese, which contribute to energy production, healthy bones, and overall wellness.
Versatile in the Kitchen: Adds a naturally sweet flavor to desserts and enhances the texture of savory dishes, ensuring flexibility for a variety of baking and cooking needs.
Naturally Gluten-Free: A safe and delicious option for those with gluten sensitivities or those looking for grain-free alternatives without sacrificing taste or quality.
Glycemic Load [GL]
A food's glycemic load reflects its potential to raise blood sugar levels after consumption. The impact of ingesting one gram of glucose is roughly equivalent to one glycemic load unit. The glycemic load is calculated by multiplying the total carbohydrate content of a food by its glycemic index and then dividing by 100. The range of low GL values is 0–10. A GL between 11 and 19 is considered medium, while a GL over 20 is considered high.
3.0 | Low
Glycemic Index [GI]
The glycemic index measures the increase in blood sugar levels brought on by consuming a particular carbohydrate within two hours of ingestion. It is displayed on a scale from 0 to 100, with 100 denoting the effect of pure glucose. High-glycemic-index foods [70+] quickly release glucose into the bloodstream, which raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a medium [56–69] and low GI [0-55] release glucose into the blood gradually.
51 | Low
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