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Table of Contents • • • • • • • • • • What is the importance of cereals and pulses in our body? Cereals contain high levels of carbohydrates but are good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, B6, B12, C, Calcium, Phosphorus, amino acids and other minerals. Pulses have comparatively lower contents in carbohydrates but are rich in other nutrients like proteins, amino acids, fibre, vitamins and minerals. How does Cereal help your body? Minerals provided by cereals helps generate hormones, keep our heartbeat steady, helps transmit nerve impulses and keep our bones strong. Cereals contain minerals such as magnesium: helps in nerve and muscle function; potassium: helps in lowering the blood pressure. Calcium: helps keep the bones strong. What are the benefits of eating pulses? Health Benefits of Pulses • #1 Pulses are a great source of vitamins and minerals. • #2 Pulses are a rich source of proteins. • #3 Pulses possess antioxidant effects. • #4 Pulses are good for the heart. • #5 Pulses reduce the risk of diabetes. • #6 Pulses are a good source of folate. • #7 Pulses may reduce the risk of cancer. What are the benefits of cereal and starch to your body? Starch and cell wall polysaccharides (dietary fibre) of cereal grains contribute to the health benefits associated with the consumption of whole grain cereal products, including reduced risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer. What are pulses in the body? There are a total of seven pulse poin...