Gluten free flours
Amaranth FlourAmaranth has all the essential amino acids, including lysine (which is often lacking in other grains). Amaranth is high in fibre and protein. It’s also a good for a range of the B vitamins. It has properties which have been shown to support prevention and management of metabolic disease. |
Bean & Lentil Flour
Beans are a great place to look for dietary fibre and protein, while being low in sodium and fat. They can also help to control your appetite, allowing you to feel fuller for longer. Bean and lentil flours also improve fat storage in tissues, gut health, cholesterol, and insulin sensitivity. |
Cornmeal and Cornstarch
“Corn flour” is actually called cornmeal, which is basically dried and ground corn. Cornstarch, on the other hand, comes from the endosperm of the corn. Cornmeal is high in protein - digests slowly, which allows a fuller feeling for a longer part of your day with more energy. |
Potato Starch and Potato Flour
Potato starch is a “resistant” starch. That means that despite its high glycemic index, it can support improve insulin sensitivity, gut health, cholesterol panel, mineral absorption, and your overall metabolism. Potato flour is made from whole potatoes, including the peel, after they’ve been dried and ground. Potato flour is a good source of copper manganese, magnesium, and potassium, as well as vitamin C. |
Millet Flour
Millet flour has plenty of fibre making it an excellent alternative to wheat flour. It has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels. Millet flour is a good source of slow-burning energy. Millet flour act as a prebiotic. That means it feeds microflora in the stomach, and is very easy on the digestive system. |