Sprouted Grains vs Whole Grains

Sprouted grain products, such as Ezekiel bread, offer all the same health benefits as a whole grain plus more: they're more easily digestible, they offer an increased amount of vitamins and minerals, and your body can better absorb the vitamins and minerals offered by the grain. 

The Science of Sprouting

A grain is a seed, and the seed's "shell" is called a hull. Legumes, nuts, seeds, and grains all have hulls. A substance called phytic acid is found in the hull, which decreases our bodies' ability to absorb some of the calcium, B vitamins, iron, magnesium and zinc available inside the grain. When grains are sprouted, the phytic acid in the hull is broken down, which allows our bodies to better absorb what the grain has to offer. Another way to break down the phytic acid in a grain or legume is to soak it overnight (soaked oats, soaked beans). Cool, huh?

Another reason to eat Ezekiel bread is that it's flourless, meaning the grains are 100% whole and not processed. And, if you remember, 100% whole grains (not whole grain flours) are an important part of a balanced, clean diet.

And, there's cinnamon raisin Ezekiel that has zero added sugar, it's freakin' delicious.