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The GI-48 bread has a glycemic index of 48, contains 7 grains, among them hemp, chia and quinoa and is very tasty. Glycemic index is a measure of the rate of increase of blood sugar levels after eating foods containing carbohydrates. According to the Harvard Medical School, foods with a glycemic index below 55 are classified as low glycemic index. Foods with low glycemic index gradually increase insulin and blood sugar levels and contribute to better glycemic control. The glycemic index is important not only for those who want to control it but also for those who want to lose weight more easily and also for the health and well-being of the body.

Tritordeum is a new natural cereal born from the combination of durum wheat (Triticum durum) and a wild barley (Hordeum chilense). Tritordeum contains gluten, but its quality is different from wheat, which makes it more digestible. It also contains 10 times more lutein than wheat, an antioxidant beneficial for eye health and skin protection. It has more oleic acid than wheat, a monounsaturated fatty acid characteristic of the Mediterranean diet that helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. It has more fiber than wheat, with positive effects on health. In addition, the tritordeum is a sustainable grain as its crop needs little water and is highly resistant. It is 100% traceable, as it comes from selected Greek farmers, making the origin of each batch easily traceable. Finally, tritordeum bakery products have unique characteristics. Sweet taste, natural aroma and golden yellow color!

Triticum dicoccum is one of the oldest cereals known to man and was a key component of the diet of ancient Greeks. It is considered as one of the healthiest foods because of its high content in fiber and minerals. The glycemic index is lower than common wheat. Moreover, although it contains gluten, its composition is such, that makes baking products more digestible.

Carob flour products contain a certain percentage of carob flour. Carob is a food rich in nutrients and is what preserved St. John the Baptist during his wandering in the desert as well as much of the Greek population during the World War II. Carob flour is an ideal substitute for cocoa and chocolate. Also because it contains almost 50% sugars, it can replace a significant part of the sugar in the various recipes. Compared to chocolate it has 60% fewer calories, while compared to cocoa it has the same calories but 1/10 of it in fat. Finally, it is particularly rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium as well as vitamins B2 & B6.

Dinkel grain is produced from an ancient wheat variety of excellent quality that belongs to the same family as the common wheat. The particularity lies in the mild taste, high nutritional value and tough outer peel which protects the core, maintaining nutrients. Dinkel is not suitable for people suffering from celiac disease. However some people with allergies or mild gluten intolerance accept Dinkel without unpleasant symptoms in their digestive system.

Chia plant belongs to the mint family and grows in central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. Aztecs who were consuming chia seeds, considered them as a source of energy and power. During the recent years, chia seeds have been recognized as superfood and they are increasingly spread to the western world. The seeds when mixed with water, swell and create a kind of gel. In that characteristic Chia seeds owe their reputation as being suitable for weight loss. Chia seeds are rich in protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, boron and antioxidants. They are also a good source of magnesium, iron and potassium.

Flaxseed is a source of omega-3 fatty acids in the form of ALA, which contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Moreover, it is an excellent source of fiber and manganese and is rich in folic acid, vitamin B6, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and copper. Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats that are present in two forms. One form is the EPA and DHA fatty acids which are present in high levels in fish like salmon and sardines. The other form is the essential for the body ALA fatty acid which is present in plant seeds such as linseed. Specifically, ALA is not formed by the body, but is taken up only via food.

The germ is the part of the wheat grain which will germinate and give us the new plant. In a white flour germ is removed entirely, while in whole grain flour is maintained, but is only 2.5% of the seed. Flour with wheat germ contains five times the quantity of germ of a whole grain flour in order to provide additional health benefits. The wheat germ is considered one of the most nutritious foods as it provides a significant amount of vitamins, minerals and proteins, such as vitamin E, folic acid, magnesium, thiamine, phosphorus, zinc. Wheat germ is also rich in fiber and contains only polyunsaturated fat, while it contains no salt.

Organic Agriculture rejects the use of synthetic chemicals such as synthetic herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The main issue of Organic Cultivation is the replacement of synthetic chemicals with others found in nature. Consequently, organic pesticides are used instead of synthetic pesticides. These organic substances are biodegradable and, as claimed, they do not stay in the final product and do not pass through the food chain. Organic farming rejects genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and stands hostile to them. It is argued that genetic engineering and mutant products hinder human, plant and other animal health risks.

Gluten is a significant source of protein of many cereal grains such as wheat, barley and rye and can be found in many foods such as bread, pasta, biscuits, cakes, etc. Gluten gives elasticity to dough, helping it rise and keep its shape. Some people are intolerant to gluten due to its malabsorption from the body. Intolerance may be with mild symptoms such as lethargy, bloating and intestine irritability or a severe form called celiac disease. When a person suffering from celiac disease consumes gluten, even in traces, reacts with strong intestinal symptoms. The gluten free flour is produced under controlled conditions from foods such as maize, rice, potato and tapioca which do not contain gluten.