Semolina is a traditional breakfast in many families. It is boiled in milk, water, fruit broth. Berries and dried fruits, vanilla are added to the porridge. Semolina is prepared very quickly and simply, and it also brings a lot of benefits to the body.
The benefits of semolina
Semolina porridge has a high content of starch, proteins, B and PP vitamins and minerals. But there is very little fiber in the product. Thereby. semolina does not put a lot of stress on the stomach and intestines, but quickly and fully saturates the body. Semolina is recommended for people with chronic renal failure, gastrointestinal disorders, ulcers and gastritis. It is also an indispensable product for people who have recently undergone surgery. It is believed that semolina helps to improve the condition of teeth and bones, muscles, relieves chronic fatigue, and energizes. Semolina cleanses the intestines from mucus, removes excess fats.
Semolina porridge is rich in potassium - a vital trace element that is responsible for the heart, as well as iron, which is necessary for the circulatory system. And semolina, boiled in water, without salt and sugar, is an excellent dietary product. Semolina also benefits the elderly. It helps to flush out minerals from the body, thereby preventing hypermineralization of the body.
When choosing semolina in a store, do not buy this product by weight. Since often, due to improper storage, bugs and food moths start in such cereals. It can also become damp - then its taste will be sour or bitter. Such semolina is not suitable for food.
The harm of semolina
Despite the beneficial properties of semolina, it should be consumed in moderation. It is not recommended to eat it every day, especially for children under 3 years old. Semolina has a fairly high content of gluten, or, in other words, gluten. This substance often causes allergic reactions in babies. It is also believed that the phytin present in cereals causes necrosis of the intestinal villi, which are responsible for the absorption of nutrients in the body. Because of this, the child does not receive enough calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamin D. As a result, he develops rickets, spasmophilia, nervous disorders and other diseases. With frequent use of semolina, some adults can develop osteoporosis, a disease of the bones.
As they say, good should be in moderation. If you eat semolina 1-2 times a week, it will not bring any harm to the body. And to make semolina porridge even tastier and bring more benefits, it is recommended to add dried fruits or fresh fruits and berries to it.
