Why Whole Grains?

I grew up on a diet of refined products. The only bread I knew of other than white bread was rye. But almost twenty years ago I began the journey toward healthier eating. In some ways, it's more like a war. It's easier to eat refined foods, and foods loaded with refined fats and sugars taste scrumptuous.

So why eat whole grains?

Whole grains reduce risks of heart disease and offer an excellent source of disease fighting phytochemicals and antioxidants not found in fruits and vegetables, as well as B vitamins, vitamin E, magnesium, iron and fiber. The recommended 3-5 servings promotes health benefits which also fight stroke, cancer, diabetes and obesity. Note that last benefit? It helps fight obesity.

In my quest to lose weight and live healthier, I'm going to make choosing whole grains more of a priority.

Donna
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