Why Grains Top the Nutrition Charts
They’re naturally satisfying and always nourishing. Learn what a grain is and how they can help meet your health goals. What are grains? They’re the edible seeds of certain grasses, and they range widely in origin, flavor and texture. Wheat, oats, rice and corn are common grain foods, while barley, spelt, millet and sorghum are […]
Refined Flavors Call for the Finest Ingredients
We’ve all heard the nutrition advice from the government: at least half of your grains should come from whole grain sources. But what do you do when most or all of those well-loved seasonal recipes call for enriched grains, like all-purpose white flour? The Importance of Enriched Grains First, we have some good news: you […]
Unveiling The Hidden Gems: 5 Lesser-Known Benefits Of Whole Grains
Co-authored by Charlotte Martin, MS, RDN, LDN, CSOWM, CPT and Elizabeth Ward, MS, RD Grains have been a staple in human diets for centuries, providing sustenance, nutrition, and versatility to countless cultures across the globe. While the health benefits of whole grains are widely recognized, there are several hidden advantages that might not be as […]
Bread Delivers Affordable Nutrition in Every Slice
Each time you visit the grocery store or a restaurant, you’ve no doubt experienced the impact inflation has had on food prices. While it’s easy to get down on the numbers, there is one pantry staple that still packs an affordable nutrient punch – bread! A quick check of retail food prices found that the […]
Affordability of Grain Foods for Family Meals Month
Inflation and rising gas prices have done a number on grocery prices, but one pantry staple that remains inexpensive – especially given the nutrition you reap from it – is the humble sandwich bread loaf. A quick check of local supermarket prices found that most sandwich bread loaves are less than a quarter per ounce […]
Signs a Low Carb Diet Isn’t Working for You
A quick Google search for weight loss tips and you will likely see recommendations to reduce your carbohydrate intake. What those articles fail to realize is the overall impact carbohydrate restriction can have on your body long term. Are you pregnant, an athlete or a senior? Pregnant women need folate, a B-vitamin most associated with […]