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This type of oil is obtained from hybrid varieties of sunflower seed. Its composition is similar to that of olive oil, making it a very good nutritional option thanks to its oleic acid content.
It lowers cholesterol levels and favours the balance between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.
Oleic acid is beneficial for our blood vessels and our heart since it increases the so-called "good cholesterol" in the blood (HDL), helping to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Bread contains vegetable proteins from the grain of the cereal. Wheat bread has an abundance of a protein called gluten, which makes it possible to turn flour into bread.
The nourishing value of these proteins can be compared to those of meat, fish and eggs if we consume bread with other food such as pulses or food of animal origin such as milk.
Bread is a source of fibre when the whole grain is consumed. Fibre is very important for regulating digestion, but it is also linked to preventing high cholesterol and diabetes (when included in a healthy diet). Contrary to common belief, bread provides between 7 and 10% of proteins and its consumption with other protein food increases the total quantity of proteins in a diet.
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