What are whole grains?

There are many grains, including wheat, rice, oats or cereal grains. “Whole grains” retain every part of the grain. Refined grains have been milled, losing the bran and germ.

What’s good about whole grains?

Many whole grains are sources of dietary fiber, which healthy bodies need. Whole grains also supply you with nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals.

Whole grains on the daily.

The American Heart Association recommends eating three or more servings of fiber-rich whole grains every day.

Good sources of whole grains.

Look for whole-wheat bread, pasta or crackers. Or consider oatmeal, brown (or wild) rice or whole-grain breakfast cereals. Sorghum is another versatile whole grain that can be added to many dishes.

Some varieties are:

• Rye
• Millet
• Barley
• Wheat
• Oat
• Sorghum
• Quinoa

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