<P> The processing of grains is a process that helps remove the bran and germ . This process allows the grains to stay good longer, but it also removes important vitamins such as vitamin B, dietary fibers and iron . Processing is the modification of a grain or mixture of grains usually taking place in a facility remote from the location where the product is eaten . This distinguishes "breakfast cereals" from foods made from grains modified and cooked in the place where they are eaten . </P> <P> Breakfast cereals therefore often are fortified with minerals and vitamins and these additives may be regulated . For example, if breakfast cereal in Canada is fortified, they must contain the following specific amounts per 100 grams of cereal: Thiamine (2.0 mg), Niacin (4.8 mg), Vitamin B6 (0.6 mg), Folic Acid (0.06 mg), Pantothenic Acid (1.6 mg), Magnesium (160.0 mg), Iron (13.3 mg), Zinc (3.5 mg). </P> <P> Muesli is a breakfast cereal based on uncooked rolled oats, fruit, and nuts . It was developed around 1900 by the Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher - Benner for patients in his hospital . It is available in a packaged dry form such as Alpen, or it can be made fresh . </P> <P> Most warm cereals can be classified as porridges, in that they consist of cereal grains which are soaked in hot water, cooked and / or boiled to soften them and make them palatable . Sweeteners, such as brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup, are often added either by the manufacturer, during cooking, or before eating . Porridge is especially popular in Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and England . Porridge became important in Scotland due to the freezing winters . The Scottish people prefer porridge to be made with only water and salt while other prefer more creamier substances to be added . Wales had a perfect climate for cultivating oats making porridge common in Welsh households . Ireland mixes porridge with whiskey as a cure for the common cold while England references the dish to the royal family and their traditions . </P>

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