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Mountain Bread

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Food Description:

Mountain Bread™ is a traditional paper thin flatbreadwhich has been widely eaten around the world for thousands of years.

Mountain Bread™ has a thin, dry and soft texture that is not doughy like other breads and is widely regarded as a healthy alternative and is therefore highly popular with dieters and doctors.

Mountain Bread™ has traditionally been used as a bread substitute for sandwiches and wraps or as a pasta substitute.
There are a number of varieties of Mountain Bread™ including. wholewheat, barley, corn, oat, rice and rye. Each have some wheat flour in them so while this bread is a fabulous choice compared with many commercial breads with yeast, they are unsuitable for people suffering from coeliac disease.

General Information:

Category: Grain
To Buy: Available from health food stores and leading supermarkets.
To Store: The bread can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Tips and Tricks: For a healthier snack than chips, brush Mountain Bread™ with a little olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. bake in the oven for 10 minutes for a crispy and delicious snack.

Nutrition (1 Cup):

Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. No information available
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. No information available

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Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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