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Whole grains: Hearty options for a healthy diet
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What is a grain?
What nutrients are in whole grains?
Types of grains
Benefits of whole-grain foods
Choosing whole grains
Reading food labels
How to enjoy more whole grains in your diet
What is a grain?
What nutrients are in whole grains?
Types of grains
Benefits of whole-grain foods
Choosing whole grains
Reading food labels
How to enjoy more whole grains in your diet
Content
Whole-grain foods are good choices for a nutritious diet. Whole grains provide fiber, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
Whole-grain foods help control of cholesterol levels, weight and blood pressure. These foods also help lower the risk of diabetes, heart disease and other conditions.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that at least half of all the grains you eat are whole grains. Most people in the United States don't eat enough whole grains.