Why would I want to grind my own flour?

• Nutrition: Most of the nutrients are removed from "enriched" white flour to extend its shelf life. Also, nutrients in flour begin to oxidize (degrade) as soon as it's ground, so the less time that passes between grinding and using the flour, the more nutrients get into your diet.

  Read what the Center for Science in the Public Interest has to say about whole grains vs. what you're eating now. Be sure to take a good look at the "Whole vs. Refined" chart part way down the page. They say that absence of whole grains in the diet has been linked to increased risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, constipation, and diverticulosis.

• Control: You know exactly what's going into your food.

• Savings: Save money by buying wheat in bulk and grinding flour as you need it.

• Storage life: If storage life is a consideration, it's best to store whole grain and grind it as needed. Whole grain can be kept virtually forever if stored properly, but flour spoils fairly quickly -- especially whole grain flour that, unlike white flour, contains the natural oils, bran, and vitamins. With a flaker attachment for your mill, you can even make your own rolled grains for cereals, etc.

...and on top of all that, you'll be eating absolutely the best tasting bread, pancakes, waffles, etc. that you've ever tasted!