Learn how teff flour and wheat flour compare
Teff, a tiny, gluten-free grain native to Ethiopia, offers a highly nutritious alternative to wheat. While both teff and wheat are rich in carbohydrates, teff stands out with its impressive mineral content, particularly iron, calcium, and magnesium, which are essential for bone health and overall wellness.
Unlike wheat, teff is gluten-free! Teff also contains all nine essential amino acids. Similar to whole grain wheat, teff has a high fiber content, which supports digestive health and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
47g of Maskal Teff Flour contains a similar amount of protein and fiber, but far more Calcium and Iron as the same amount of whole wheat flour.
Maskal Teff Flour
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Protein: 5g
Iron: 14mg
Potassium: 200mg
Whole Wheat Flour
Dietary Fiber: 5.7g
Protein: 6.44g
Calcium: 16mg
Iron: 1.82mg
Potassium: 190mg
Whole wheat nutritional info via fatsecret.com
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The Teff Company grows Maskal Teff in the western USA, a non-GMO gluten-free grain that’s a superfood full of high quality complex carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, and fiber. Teff is an ancient grain native to Ethiopia and Eritrea. Explore our website to learn more about teff. Learn how to make traditional injera or discover 100s of teff recipes from breakfasts to desserts.
