6 Health Benefits of Bulgur Wheat

Bulgur wheat is a whole grain made from cracked kernels of wheat.

Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD

Published on June 7, 2023

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Bulgur wheat is very popular in some parts of the world. It’s a whole grain made from cracked kernels of wheat. Most famously, some cultures use bulgur wheat to make pilaf. 

In this video, learn six health benefits of bulgur wheat. You can read more about whole grains and their health perks here.

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