Introducing whole grains into your diet is easy, beneficial, and nutritious. For maximum dietary health, whole grains should make up a substantial portion of a balanced diet, just as meats and vegetables should.
Whole grains contain:
- High levels of fiber
- Proteins
- Vitamins
- Minerals
All of which, make whole grains a nutrient-rich food.
Some examples of whole grains include, whole-wheat, brown rice, and quinoa. Consistently incorporating whole grains into your diet can help prevent and reduce:
- Obesity
- Diabetes
- Coronary Heart Disease
- Cancer
Some simple ways to incorporate whole grains into your diet include:
- Mix cooked brown rice and white rice together
- Flavor whole grains by cooking them in low sodium broth or seasonings
- Combine whole grains with chopped vegetables
- Plan ahead because whole grains have a longer cook time
Whole grains provide a balanced source of nutrients our bodies need for development, growth, and metabolism. It is recommended that at least half of your daily grains be whole grains.
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