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Baked goods made from enriched flour contain added iron, niacin, thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), folate (folic acid) and calcium.
Iron is a mineral essential to helping protein transport oxygen in our bodies. Most of the iron in our bodies is found in our red blood cells.
The B vitamins, niacin, thiamin, and riboflavin help the body to get the energy it needs from food.
Folate is necessary for the production and maintenance of new cells. This is especially important for infants and pregnant women. Folate makes DNA and RNA, the building blocks of cells. Children and adults need folate to make normal red blood cells and prevent anemia. Adequate folate in your diet has also been shown to help reduce the risk of heart disease.
Calcium is important in the diet to build and maintain strong bones and teeth. Adequate calcium in your diet has also been linked to maintaining a healthy weight.
Foods labeled an 'Excellent Source' contain at least 20% of the amount you need every day. Foods that are labeled a 'Good Source' of a specific vitamin or mineral contain at least 10% of the recommended amount you need each day.
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