Grain Foods Foundation
Science-Based Nutrition for Grains
Below, we take a closer look at the nutrition science behind grain foods, including whole and refined grains, the key nutrients they provide and how they contribute to overall diet quality. Explore the articles below to dig deeper into the role grains play in everyday health.
Looking for healthier mac and cheese ideas? Try these easy upgrades to boost flavor, add nutrients and create a more balanced meal.
Read more Healthy Mac and Cheese Upgrades: Easy Ways to Boost Flavor and Nutrition
Learn how a balanced breakfast with carbs, protein and fat supports energy, focus and metabolism, plus easy recipe ideas to start your day.
Read more Why Breakfast Supports a Healthy Metabolism (and How to Build a Better One)
Upgrade the classic grilled cheese sandwich with these easy gourmet ideas made with simple ingredients and bold flavor.
Read more Gourmet Grilled Cheese Ideas: 5 Easy Upgrades for a Classic Favorite
Thinking about a low-carb diet? Learn when low-carb diet isn’t working, risks of cutting carbs and why healthy carbohydrates are essential.
What is gluten-free and do you need to avoid it? Before you swap your sandwich for a lettuce wrap, here’s what the science says.
Read more Gluten-Free Facts: What You Need to Know Before Cutting Grains
Discover why folate (vitamin B9) is essential for your health, including pregnancy support and heart health, food to eat and how to get enough
Read more 5 Reasons Why Folate Is Essential in Your Diet (and How to Get More)
Support women’s heart health at every age with balanced nutrition and smart lifestyle habits like exercise and stress management
Read more Women’s Heart Health: Healthy Aging with Smart Nutrition
Have questions about carbs and exercise? Get expert answers on how many carbs you need, when to eat them and how they impact performance.
Why are you always hungry? Discover how the fiber in grain foods helps keep you full and satisfied, and get answers to your fiber FAQs.
Read more Grains & Fiber: The Secret to Satiety & Gut Health
