What are the benefits of eating Bagels containing Whole-Grain?

No one really knows where Bagels were invented. Many historians feel that it was either Austria or Poland. People over the years have wondered how beneficial bagels are for you. There are so many flavors one would think that they are probably O.K. To the contrary, Bagels are very good, especially those containing Whole Wheat and Whole Grains.

Whole Wheat Bagels are an excellent source of dietary fiber as well as being rich in zinc, iron, folate, manganese, copper, niacin, vitamin B6, selenium and riboflavin plus other important vitamins and minerals. Whole Wheat Bagels are made from Whole-Grain rather then refine grain, the type you find in white bread.  

Whole grains are considered a fundamental part of good nutrition, and a well balanced diet. Dietary experts recommend eating foods rich in whole grains whenever you can. Whole grains are known to be the most reliable source of fiber having much more fiber then their refined counterpart. The fiber in these whole grains has a wide range of benefits. They aid in digestion, relieve constipation and generally help keep the digestive system healthy.

It is believed that fiber helps to protect against heart disease, type 2 diabetes and helps protect against colon cancer.

Studies indicate that children and adults need about 20grams of dietary fiber per day. A whole-wheat bagel contains approximately 4.7 grams of dietary fiber. Grains are either whole or refined. Whole Grains contain the entire Kernel. Refined grains have been processed which removes much of the dietary fiber and other important nutrients. Sending Gifts of Bagels containing whole-grain is a subtle way of looking out for your recipient.
 
Poppy Seeds are an excellent source of fiber. The poppy seeds are actually obtained from the opium poppy. Poppy Seed Bagels have been determined to be perfectly safe and provide much needed dietary fiber.