There is nothing better than the smell of toast in the morning. If you have missed the joyful experience of eating toast in the morning because you are following a low carb diet, then this blog will make your day.
PBCo has created 6 Seeds Protein Bread which only has 2.5 g of total carbohydrates per two slices and no added sugar. Compared to 25g of carbohydrate in two regular slices of whole wheat bread. You will not be left feeling hungry as two slices of this bread provide your body with 16.9g of protein compared to around 8g of protein in two slices of regular white bread. Protein is important as it not only is needed to make and repair all the cells in your body it also helps to keep you feeling fuller for a longer period after breakfast.
Need more convincing to try a slice of PBCo 6 Seeds Protein Bread? Two slices give your body a whopping 8g of dietary fibre. This will add to how full you feel after the meal and cause a slow release of sugar into your blood. This is good news for everyone wanting sustained energy but especially for those who have diabetes.
The ingredients are natural and contain lupin flour, seeds (24% (linseeds, poppy seeds, sesame, sunflower, pepita, chia), whey protein, golden flaxmeal, egg protein, almond meal, baking powder, salt.
Lupin flour may help to reduce your blood pressure, acts as a prebiotic aka food for the good bacteria in your gut. Having a healthy gut microbiome is vital for overall health and wellness. Almond meal is rich in unsaturated monounsaturated fat to promote heart health and helps promote optimal cholesterol levels.
Linseeds help improve your digestive health and keep your guts working well. These seeds also help lower your ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol which can lead to heart disease. Linseeds also may help protect your body against cancer due to a compound called lignans which have antioxidant capacity. Pepitas and chia seeds add more antioxidants which help fight off free radicals that can cause damage and disease to the cells of your body.
Poppy seeds are a great source of B vitamins which are needed for your body to make energy from the food you eat. Also, calcium which keeps your bones and teeth strong and is needed for normal muscle contractions. Thirdly, poppy seeds will provide your body with iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous and zinc.
Sesame seeds add more calcium to the bread as well as B vitamins. These little seeds also help to promote optimal cholesterol levels by decreasing your total cholesterol and triglycerides. Sesame seeds are a source of heart healthy unsaturated fats and are made up 39% of monounsaturated fat and 41% polyunsaturated fat.
Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E which acts as an antioxidant as well as keeps your skin healthy. Sunflowers are ingredient which promotes healthy cholesterol levels. Sunflower seeds and pepitas are a great source of magnesium which keeps your nerves and muscles working optimally.
Chia seeds, linseeds and flax meal are a great source of an essential polyunsaturated fat called omega-3 fat. This fat is needed for a healthy heart, brain, arteries, and eyes.
To put the ribbon on the present this quality bread is Keto Friendly, soy and gluten free. It is important to support local and PB Co. are a proudly Australian owned brand.
If you need inspiration on how to use PBCo 6 Seed Bread then give these recipes a try:
Protein Seeded Loaf
https://lovepbco.com/recipes/protein-seeded-loaf/
High Protein Focaccia Bread
https://lovepbco.com/recipes/high-protein-focaccia-bread/
Take home message: It is important to start your day with a breakfast you enjoy eating and provides sustained energy. PBCo ticks both these boxes and provides your body with many health benefits. You will be thankful for making this choice.
