Turkish whole grain bulgur

Bulgur is a type of grain that is prepared by boiling wheat, drying it, and then grinding it into different sizes. Which makes it an instant grain, and this is also a way to preserve the bran and germ of the wheat, so bulgur is considered a whole grain, and it is a staple food in the Middle East, where it is used as an ingredient in many famous foods, such as tabbouleh and falafel, in addition to being rich in complex carbohydrates. And fiber and proteins, so it is considered a suitable and good food for vegetarians, or for those trying to follow a healthy diet.

Benefits of bulgur:

One of the most important benefits of eating whole grains like bulgur is reducing heart disease. One study found that people who ate more whole grains, compared to their total carbohydrate intake, had a 47 percent lower risk of heart disease.

Whole grains like bulgur contain vitamin K, fiber and antioxidants that reduce the risk of stroke.

The fiber in bulgur supports digestion. It prevents constipation and acts as food for beneficial bacteria in the gut, such as probiotics.

One study suggests that the strongest effect of whole grains against cancer was in preventing colorectal cancer in particular, the most common type of cancer in both men and women.