White Flour and the Tayyibat Diet

White flour and the “Tayyibat Diet”

From Dr. El-Awady’s perspective, white flour used in bread is a toxin among toxins.

According to recent studies, flour is a global cause of obesity. Obesity leads to a chronic general inflammation in all body cells. As obesity increases, so do diabetes, heart diseases, and blood pressure. Studies have also found that the lack of fiber found in wheat germ removed during the production of baladi or fino bread flour plays a major role in the development of many of these diseases .

Whole wheat flour, containing wheat germ, does not dissolve in the stomach; it does not break down completely, so it remains in the form of small fibers.

It is always found as granules. The stomach contracts continuously, but since it is soft and fragmented, it does not affect contractions at all .

The small intestine, where most digestion and absorption occur, is about three meters long, starting from the duodenum and ending at a valve connecting it to the large intestine.

 The inner lining of the small intestine is covered with millions of tiny finger-like projections called intestinal villi. Each villus is further covered with even smaller projections called microvilli, which form what is known as the “brush border.”

White flour, due to its gluten content, is described as a gelatinous substance that may hinder absorption. In some individuals, this is referred to as gluten sensitivity or intolerance.

The idea presented here compares it to a sticky substance that may adhere to the surface of these microscopic projections, affecting their movement and absorption efficiency.

Consequently, this may lead to poor absorption of certain nutrients, such as fats and proteins. It is also suggested that starch and gluten may adhere to these microscopic structures.

For this reason, a rapid rise in blood sugar may occur after consuming white bread, as it is quickly absorbed. In this perspective, this is linked to malabsorption, which over time may lead to conditions such as fatty liver, even before the appearance of obesity or diabetes.