heilkorn
Heilkorn is a Dutch term for whole grain, referring to cereals in which the edible kernel retains all three parts of the grain: bran, germ, and endosperm. In practice, heilkorn products are made from grains that have not been refined to white flour, and they are marketed as healthier alternatives to refined grains.
The word heilkorn literally means “healing grain” or “health grain,” and it is commonly used in Dutch
Common examples include wheat (volkoren tarwe), rye (volkoren rogge), barley (volkoren gerst), oats (volkoren haver), corn
Nutritionally, heilkorn varieties are typically higher in dietary fiber, B vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals than refined
Uses range from bread and porridges to cereals and pilafs. Proper storage is important: whole grains and