Wheat

Wheat is a grain that lots of people use every day. It has been part of our meals for years.

• It is a grain used to make foods like flour, bread, chapati and pasta.
• Wheat is in types of food because it tastes good and is easy to use.

Wheat is cleaned, processed and ground to make flour. This flour is used in homes, bakeries and food industries to make foods like rotis, biscuits, cakes and noodles. Wheat can be used to make meals and large-scale food products. It blends well with ingredients to make soft and tasty food. One main reason wheat is used is that it has nutrients. Wheat has carbohydrates that give us energy. Wheat also has fiber that supports a diet. Whole wheat products are good because they have more of the grains goodness. Wheat is easy to store and transport. This makes it a reliable food grain. Farmers grow wheat in quantities. It is available in forms like whole grains, cracked wheat and flour. Wheat has a shelf life. This makes it a staple food in households. Overall wheat supports nutrition. Its versatility and taste make it essential, in modern diets. Wheat is used in recipes. It is an natural grain.