Studies show that modern wheat (often called high-yield, semi-dwarf wheat) is significantly less nutritious than the older varieties (1, 2).
But there is also some evidence that modern "whole" wheat isn’t just less nutritious, it may also be significantly more harmful to your heart.
Studies that compare modern wheat to its older counterparts show that it can increase cholesterol levels and inflammatory markers… but inflammation is among the leading drivers of heart disease (3, 4).
Modern wheat also contains different gluten proteins than the older breeds and is significantly more harmful to people with Celiac disease and irritable bowel syndrome (6, 7).
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