06/08/2024
WHY HOMEMADE SOURDOUGH VS STORE BOUGHT?
Aside from the simple argument that it’s DELICIOUS, homemade sourdough actually has a lot of amazing benefits!
It is rich in prebiotics that not only help with digestion, but it feeds good gut bacteria and promotes a heathy gut microbiome. It also helps with blood sugar management! Sourdough has a lower glycemic index than other breads, so it causes a slower rise blood sugar levels. Sourdough contains a variety of vitamins and nutrients, making it super beneficial to your day-to-day health. Sourdough bread has small to moderate amounts of: iron, manganese, calcium, B1-B6, B12, folate, zinc, potassium, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, selenium, iron, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin E. It can also help with weight management! Sourdough contains more resistant starch than other breads, which helps you feel full after eating without being digested.
And once again, it’s DELICIOUS!