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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Grains on the Go
If you have experienced the grumble of mid-afternoon hunger, here are some healthy options that will satisfy your cravings and get you the energy you ...
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Summary of Michael Pollan’s PBS special In Defense of Food
On December 29, 2015, PBS aired In Defense of Food, a special based on journalist Michael Pollan’s 2008 book In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto. Throughout ...
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Book Review: “Zero Sugar Diet” by David Zinczenko
Executive Summary: The Zero Sugar Diet book aims to educate on the constructs of a well-rounded healthy diet full of nutritious high-fiber foods, such as ...
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Book Review: “Wheat Belly 10-Day Grain Detox” by William Davis, MD
A Quick-Start Health and Body Makeover Below please find a summary of the recent book Wheat Belly 10-Day Grain Detox by William Davis, MD, the third installment ...
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Book Review of “Happy Gut” by Vincent Pedre, MD
The Cleansing Program to Help You Lose Weight, Grain Energy, and Eliminate Pain Below please find a summary of the recent book Happy Gut: The Cleansing ...
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Online Exclusively: “What’s With Wheat?” by Cindy O’Meara
The documentary “What’s With Wheat?” by Cyndi O’Meara was released at the end of June, allowing free screenings for a limited time before being released ...
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Netflix: Michael Pollan’s ‘Cooked’ episode: “Air”
On February 19, 2016, Netflix debuted a documentary series titled “Cooked,” which is based on journalist Michael Pollan’s 2013 book, Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation. ...
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Grains are associated with helping you keep trim
Adults who mostly get their grains from cooked cereals, pasta, and rice weighed less than adults who eat almost no grains.
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Grains are good for you infographic
People who eat certain grains consume significantly less saturated fat & added sugars than people who eat virtually no grains.
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Grains are good for you
People who eat certain grains can consume more fiber, calcium, magnesium and vitamin D than people who eat almost no grains.
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Breaking Down Fiber: How Much Fiber is in Your Favorite Foods
Fiber is an important part of a healthy diet! Here’s everything you need to know on fiber in everyday foods, recommended levels and how to ...
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Grains are Good For Your Daily Diet
Do you want to understand how breads impact your daily diet? This infographic explains the breakdown of nutrients you get in your daily diet. Grains ...
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Sandwiches are a great vehicle for nutrient delivery
Sandwiches are a great vehicle for nutrient delivery. And sandwiches also contribute only 2% of carbohydrates in the daily diet. Download this infographic.
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Grains are on Par with Other Nutrient Dense Foods!
Grains are on par with other nutrient dense foods. When you compare milk and dairy with grains, they are very similar. Grains offer a very ...
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Grains Are Good For You: How Grains Compare
Grains are good for you. Pasta and rice is responsible for 2% of the caloric contribution of common grain foods in the diet. Rolls and ...
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Grains are Good For You: The Benefits of Buns
Grains are good for you. Buns and rolls contribute less than 2% of total calories while providing vital nutrients including fiber, calcium, folate and iron. ...
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Get to know the Good in Grains
Grains provide overall positive nutrient benefits, shattering the claim that grains are empty calories.
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The Whole Grain Story
While whole grains get their start in the field, Americans love to start their days with whole grains to power them with essential Fiber, B ...
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