Which of the flours is really healthy? This is an often asked question in practically every household – especially when it concerns the well-being of your loved ones. Whether it is refined maida or traditional stone-ground atta, the kind of flour you use influences your nutrition and health.
Our philosophy at Hariom Atta & Spices can be summed up in one sentence – healthy flour is a stone ground flour which contains all the nutrients of whole grains, just like your grandmother used to make them at home.
Whole wheat atta contains up to 100% of the grain of wheat consisting of bran and germ in which the most nutrients such as fibers, B-vitamins, iron and magnesium are contained – these elements are removed during refining of flour (maida).
Why "Healthy Flour" Really Makes a Difference
1. More Fiber
The higher fiber in whole-grain flours improves digestion and keeps one feeling full – useful for weight management and regulation of blood glucose.
2. Maintaining Micronutrients
Stone ground atta ensures the presence of minerals like iron, magnesium, zinc, and B-vitamins which usually get stripped away during the refining process.
3. Slow Glucose Absorption
Whole wheat and multigrain flours have slower glucose absorption than refined maida flour due to its higher fiber content.
4. Not Bleached or Artificially Colored
The flour we use is not bleached chemically – a practice common in commercial maida to give it that whiteness.
5. Improved Digestive System
Flour, being fiber-full, ensures a healthy gut, which is often not considered while following a modern diet.
Flour for Good Health You Can Try
The use of healthy flour need not be restricted only to whole wheat flour. Multigrain atta, as the name suggests, uses various grains and pulses, providing a wide range of nutrients in every roti. Ragi atta, being rich in calcium content naturally, can prove to be a perfect choice for growing children as well as elderly members of your family. Jowar and bajra atta, which are naturally gluten-free, are perfect choices for those dealing with gluten sensitivity problems.
Most Suitable For
Households shifting from refined wheat flour to healthier food
Health conscious families with diabetes or obesity problems
Anyone making fresh rotis or paratha or baked products at home
Parents wanting healthier flour choices for children
Storing Your Healthy Flour
Just like freshness, quality is a must too. Store your healthy flour in airtight containers at cool and dry places. It must not be exposed to sun rays or moisture. In case of bulk purchasing of healthy flour, storing it in refrigerator in moist climate is recommended.
FAQs
Is whole wheat atta equivalent to healthy flour?
Whole wheat atta can be considered as a kind of healthy flour, but there is a wide variety of other kinds of flour as well such as multigrain, ragi, bajra, and jowar with their own distinctive nutritional composition.
What is the difference between stone-ground atta and mill atta?
The stone-ground atta undergoes a time-consuming procedure that involves less heat production, thus making more nutrients retainable than regular milling procedures.
Is it safe to consume healthy flour on a daily basis?
Absolutely yes – it is created for daily consumption.
Q: What is the shelf life of good flour?
When stored correctly (cool, dry, sealed container), whole wheat atta normally remains good for 2–3 months.
