Soft White Spring Wheat
Overview (Has Gluten)
Less common than winter wheat counterparts, soft white spring wheat is mostly grown in the eastern United States and in California. Unlike winter wheat, spring wheat grows continually from planting in the spring until harvest in late summer to early fall. The berries from this wheat have less protein and more complex carbohydrates than the hard wheat, which makes its flour better suited for pancakes, waffles, muffins, cakes, pastries, and cookies. Generally speaking, whole grain flour milled from this wheat most closely approximates the density and flavor of what we generally know as “white flour.”
Shelf life in a moisture free, airtight container can be 20 years plus, depending on temperature.
The Royal Lee Mill
Nutrition
High in protein and Dietary Fiber, soft white spring wheat is also high in Manganese and Phosphorus minerals, which are necessary for the body to function properly. The high levels of protein in soft wheat are directly correlated to increased gluten, so those with celiac disease or intolerance should avoid baked items made with soft white wheat.
Note: Weight of a cup (or partial cup) of flour varies depending upon whether it is lightly sprinkled into a measuring cup or compacted. Most recipe measurements are based on sifted flour as a way to arrive at more uniform measurement.
Gluten Content & Allergen Information
While ‘soft’ wheat flour tends to have lower amounts of gluten in it, it still consists of gluten. So if you have Celiac disease, you should avoid this product. If you are sensitive to gluten, depending on the level of sensitivity, you may be able to use this product. Those with wheat allergies should also avoid using this. Inspect each package individually to make sure it was not packaged in a facility where allergy-causing nuts were present.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 Cup |
| Calories | 571 |
| Total Fat 3g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrates 127g | 43% |
| Dietary Fiber 21g | 70% |
| Total Sugars 1g |
| Protein 18g |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 57mg | 5% |
| Iron 9mg | 50% |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% |
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Diet Compatibility
Paleo Diet
The Paleo Diet seeks to emulate the hunter-gatherer diet of our stone-age ancestors. The emphasis is on wild plants and meats similar to what ancient man would have consumed. As such, dairy products, refined sugar and processed oils are off limits. While many Paleo Diet followers also avoid grains, there is ample archaeological evidence to show that grains were part of Paleolithic era man’s diet.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Not Compatible
Mediterranean Diet
This diet seeks to emulate the diets of those living along the Mediterranean coast, with an emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables, seafood/fish at least twice a week, limited servings of poultry, and only occasional sweets and red meat.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Compatible
Gluten-Free Diet
As the name suggests, the gluten-free diet eliminates all foods with gluten. Although most of those on a gluten-free diet are on it out of necessity—either due to severe wheat allergies or Celiac disease—many have embraced a gluten-free diet as being healthier.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Not Compatible
Macrobiotic Diet
Although there are many versions of macrobiotic diets, the common thread is that they emphasize natural, whole foods, grown locally and organically. Whole grains, vegetables, legumes, fruits, seeds and nuts, and occasional seafood are all integral to the diet. Red meats, dairy, poultry, eggs and processed foods are off the menu.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Compatible
Acid Alkaline Diet
This diet aims to restore the slightly alkaline state of the body, which is believed to be ideal. By focusing on a diet high in vegetables, fruits, sprouted grains, lentils, almonds and soy products, the goal is to have a balance of 80% alkalizing foods and 20% acid forming foods.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Compatible – Soft White Spring Wheat Flour is condiered to be highly acidic
Low-Carb Diet
As the name suggests, this diet focuses on reducing carbohydrates in the diet to lose weight. The theory is that by staying away from high-carb foods like pasta and bread and eating low carb, high fiber vegetables and fruits instead, your body will go into ketosis and you will lose weight. This diet is sometimes referred to as a ketogenic diet.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Barely Compatible or Compatible in Extremely limited Quantities
Atkins Diet
The Atkins Diet is a historically popular low carb diet, instructing dieters not to worry about their calories but to monitor and minimize their intake of sugar and carbohydrates. According to Dr. Atkins, depriving the body of its primary energy sources causes the body to burn fat.
Compatibility with Soft White Spring Wheat Flour:
Barely Compatible or Compatible in Extremely limited Quantities
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