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B vitamins help the body use energy and are necessary for the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
B vitamins are utilized as coenzymes – components of enzymes – which speed up biological and chemical reactions in the body.
The B vitamins thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and biotin help mediate the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
FIBER. High intake of dietary fiber has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease in a number of large studies that followed people for many years.
The food also contains insoluble and soluble dietary fiber. Soluble fiber helps in regulating the amount of blood cholesterol and blood, thus decreasing your risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Insoluble fiber, on the other hand, enhances stool bulk and promotes habitual bowel movements.
Health Benefits
"Binatog" as fondly called by Filipinos, has so many nutritional benefits from the numerous studies conducted worldwide. The food is rich in fiber, low in calorie and has a lot of B vitamins.
LOW CALORIE. Every 1/4-cup serving merely comprises 130 calories. This quantity is lower than other breakfast foods.
Moreover, the dried maize has a low calorie content compared to other grains. It contains 119 calories, which is lower than a cup of white rice that offers 242 calories.
Therefore, switching from a cup of white rice to the dried maize saves 861 calories without drastically changing your diet. Additionally, this food contains a low-fat content thus providing an efficient weight-loss strategy.