Still, other whole grains, such as bulgur, deserve the spotlight too.

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What Is Bulgur?

Bulguris a whole-grain staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.

a recipe photo of the Bulgur & Butter Bean Salad

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Unlike oats, which can have a mushy texture, bulgur has a nutty-rich flavor and distinct chewiness.

The NLA recommends choosing foods with at least 1 to 3 grams of soluble fiber.

This can benefit your cholesterol levels.

you’re free to also buy bulgur from online retailers.

you’ve got the option to find fine, medium, coarse and very coarse varieties.

The coarser the grain, the longer the cooking time.

Dandrea-Russert says fine bulgur is the easiest to prepare.

Once the grains are rehydrated and become tender, fluff them with a fork.

Dandrea-Russert loves using this grain to make a delicious pilaf like ourFresh Herb & Lemon Bulgur Pilaf.

In savory dishes, use bulgur as a base for grain bowls.

In sweet dishes like bulgur pudding, pair the pudding with fruit and nuts to complete the filling dessert.

you’re able to also use bulgur as a replacement in rice and quinoa dishes.

The whole grain can also be a satiating addition to kibbeh, like ourPumpkin Kibbeh, and salads.

Insoluble fiber may increase pain and bloating in IBS, notes theAmerican College of Gastroenterology.

When adding fiber-rich foods to your diet, drink plenty of water to minimizeconstipation.