Is eating whole grains bad for you?

Interestingly, a grain can be considered 'whole' even when ground into flour. Whole grain bread, whole grain cereal, and whole grain pasta are all examples of foods that contain ground whole grains. And while these foods are still good for you, eating the whole grains themselves will always be better. read more

Among the types of cancer that whole grains help protect against are gastrointestinal cancers such as stomach and colon cancers, along with cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, and larynx. Your Whole Grain Line-Up. If you're ready to go brown, whole-wheat bread is a great place to start. But don't stop there. read more

Another factor the pro grain camp fail to mention when talking about whole grains being good for you, is that many of the studies compare refined white flour to whole grains. Which whole grains do better at. They seldom compare to high vegetable medium to high meat consumption. As other grains have very little protein, healthy fat or nutritional value. If you are eating grains you arn’t eating as much protein in meat or nutrients in vegetables. read more

Unless you have a wheat allergy or an intolerance to certain ingredients in whole grains, such as gluten, you should include them in your daily diet. Whole grains are a good source of essential nutrients, such as fiber, and they also supply your body with carbohydrates, which are crucial for energy production. read more