Thursday 6 March 2008

Healthy eating includes whole grains

Choosing whole grains rather than refined grains, is a healthy eating
option that will benefit you.Whole grains reduce the risk of many
diseases also it is rich in fibre and nutrients.
This food group includes bread,rice,pasta, and potatoes which are
important sources of starchy carbohyrdrates.
You should form the basis of your diet from this food group.
The guidelines are that you should eat at least five servings from
this food group each day.
Healthy eating is about choosing one option over another and it
is best to choose whole grains rather than refined grains.
Studies show that certain starchy foods may have a negative
effect on health.
If for example your diet consists primarily of potatoes,white rice,
and foods made from refined (white) flour have higher rates of diabetes
and cardiovascular diseases than those who eat whole grain foods.
The best healthy eating option is to choose whole grain foods they
may lower your risk to many diseases.
The are low in saturated fat and high in fibre,vitamins,minerals,and
antioxidants.
What are whole grains
A whole grain is a grain that has not been processed.
It consists of the bran,germ and endosperm inside an inedible outer coating (hull).

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