Tag: whole grains

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Grains

The huge diversity of grains ensures making at least half your grains whole can be both fun and tasty! Grains are one of the five food groups and are considered an important building block of a healthy diet. Any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or other cereal grain is […]

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Buckwheat

Despite its name, buckwheat is not actually related to wheat. It is a “pseudo-cereal”, meaning it is technically not a cereal grain but is nutritionally very similar. Buckwheat produces fragrant flowers that attract bees, and the nectar is used to produce a dark, distinctive honey. Why Eat Buckwheat? Buckwheat is […]

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Brown Rice

Looking for a way to eat more whole grains? Brown rice is a great option! It has a high-fiber bran coating, which makes it more nutritious than white rice. It also has a chewy texture and a pleasant nutty flavor, and it can be a great addition to many types […]