Whole wheat products contain the starchy endosperm portion of the kernel, in addition to the nutrient-dense germ and bran. Unfortunately, in the refining process, the germ and bran are removed from grains, and fiber and several other nutrients are reduced or lost. Then, refined grains are commonly enriched by adding back certain […]
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Whole Grains
Whole grains include any foods that contain all three naturally present parts of a grain as shown in the diagram to the right – the bran, germ, and endosperm. The bran and germ contain important antioxidants, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals. The endosperm provides nutrition in the form of starch, oils, and protein. […]
Vegetables
Vegetables are one of the five food groups considered an important building block of a healthy diet. They are good sources of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and a diet rich in vegetables has many positive health impacts, such as reducing chronic disease risk and healthy weight maintenance. Nutrients in vegetables […]
