Grain Deep Dive
Grain foods are one of the major food groups as part of an overall healthy eating plan. When you think about a meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you should aim to have about one-quarter of that meal coming from grain foods. Learn more about the nutritional benefits of grain foods in the resources below.
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- Reviews: GFF's Take
- So Happy Together
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- Whole Grains and Weight Management
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 ...
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You CAN Get Satisfaction – from the Fiber in Whole Grains
Maybe that famous band (hint, The Rolling Stones) should eat more whole wheat, oats and corn? Whole grains can help you feel full – which ...
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Whole Grain Swaps to Gobble Up
Hearty whole grains are extra appealing at this time of year, adding delicious flavor, texture and nourishment to each bite. And with so many of ...
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Global Flavors Bring New Traditions to Your Table
When we talk about Cozy Comforts, we don’t simply mean the lovingly nostalgic dishes passed down from generations before. And we certainly don’t mean that ...
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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 ...
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Leftovers: Make Room for Old Favorites and New Ideas
As we cook our favorite Cozy Comfort foods, we always seem to do so in large quantities, even if we’re just cooking for ourselves rather ...
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Heart Health & Diabetes: Enhancing Wellness with Grains
Enjoying a heart-healthy diet is a key strategy for optimizing well-being while living with and managing diabetes. Grain foods are foundational staples in building heart-healthy ...
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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 ...
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National Sandwich Month: Building a Better Sandwich
Despite 42% of people saying bread is the most important ingredient in a sandwich1, many choose to opt out of using bread on sandwiches to ...
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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 ...
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5 Healthy Gluten-Free Grains
Celiac disease is a hereditary autoimmune disease affecting the ingestion of gluten – a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye – and triggering an ...
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What Your Birth Month Says About Your Cereal Preferences
Does your birth month mean you favor bold flavors or stick to classic cereal. Find out below and see if your perfect bowl matches up!
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Heart Health & Grains
Did you know that the World Health Organization states cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death globally? Did you also know a 2015 study ...
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The Importance of Folic Acid
What is it? Folic acid is the synthetic (man-made) form of folate, a naturally occurring B vitamin. Why is it important? Folic acid is essential ...
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Calorie Burning Methods
The new year has started and so have the resolutions. For many, losing weight or watching what they’re eating is a popular goal to strive ...
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Safe Holiday Baking Tips
The holidays are cherished for time with family, fun festivities, and delectable dishes. Due to the rise in popularity of baking and cooking during the ...
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Grains & Dairy – A Super Meal Pairing
Dairy and grains individually are excellent sources of nutrients and add important nutritional balance to any meal; but together they create the ultimate combo for ...
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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 ...
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