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On The Rise: ALTERNATIVE FLOURS
The increase in dietary restrictions has led Alternative flours have varying nutrient
to the increased use of alternative flours. profiles; however, no one kind is superior.
Nuts, seeds, and other grains are the source Certain flours are better suited for specific
of alternative flours. Examples include applications, but all provide beneficial
almond flour, chickpea flour, coconut flour, nutrients. Alternative flours do not have the
oat flour, and quinoa flour. There are many same makeup as your regular all-purpose
different types of flours on the market; flour, so be sure to look up proper ratios
however, almond, chickpea, and coconut when swapping in a recipe. Incorporating
are more common. a variety of flours and flour blends into
your diet can improve the flavor or texture,
Some alternative flours tend to be more
expensive than others due to the source increase the intake of nutrients, and make
product used to make them. Almond flour, foods more allergen friendly.
for example, can be pricier than expected Source:
since almonds can be costly. However, not all https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/
alternative flours are expensive, and you can healthiest-flour
even make your own! For example, oat flour https://askthescientists.com/alternative-
is one kind of flour you can make right at flours/
home with a food processor or blender. Just
toss your oats into the appliance of choice
and blend until it turns into a fine powder!

Nutrition NOte: FAUX CHICKEN
The plant-based dietary pattern is becoming Choosing plant-based meats over animal contains. The faux chicken products can
more mainstream as more and more meat proteins may seem like the “healthier” always work within a balanced diet and are
alternatives are hitting the market. Most option, but that may not always be the a great way to switch up your protein intake!
people who follow the plant-based eating case. Some products may contain higher The next time you are at the store, look for a
pattern consume little to no animal proteins amounts of sodium or saturated fats — due plant-based chicken product to try for yourself.
such as beef. Of course, most of us know to palm and/or coconut oils. These plant- There are several options on the market, such
the “Impossible™ Burger” or the “Beyond based options can fit into a healthful diet; as tenders, nuggets, grilled strips, and more!
Burger®” brands. But did you know that however, a plant-based “chick’n” nugget isn’t
plant-based chicken products are becoming necessarily better or healthier than the animal Source:
increasingly popular, too? Popular chicken protein chicken nugget. Ensure you are https://www.todaysdietitian.com/
restaurant chains even have vegan chicken on reading the nutrition label and ingredients newarchives/1021p42.shtml
their menu! list to understand better what each product