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starch granules that have been broken or squashed during the milling process. Some damaged starch is desirable in flour for most baked products, mainly to allow greater water uptake. The term does not mean the starch is ruined. Hard wheat tends to have more damaged starch than softer grains. The desired amount of starch damage depends on the intended use for the flour. It is given as a percentage.
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