Whole grains

OH the mystery of grains. What are they and what do they do.?! Found this simple article that helped me know a little more and might help you. Here my interpertation!

DENFINITION:The whole which is actually the seed or kernel has three parts the bran, the germ and the ednosperm.

BRAN the outer skin the contains antioxidants, B vits and fiber.
GERM the "baby" of the seed, which grows into the neew plant. Contains many vits, minerals and HEALTHY fats.. They can be added to a variety of foods to boost nutrition.
ENDOSPERM seeds food supply.

TYPES of whole grains:
Wild rice
Brown rice
Whole wheat
Oatmeal or whole oats
Barley
Rye
Bulgur
Popcorn
A government study in 05 recommends that half you daily grain servings be whole. How are you going to this?
Whole grain toast instead of white, whole wheat flour, toss in some brown rice to stews or soups.
Look at labels, the first ingredient should be whole wheat flour. Look for whole wheat pasta, brown rice, oats.
These all have the benefit of probably reducing your chances of certain kind of cancers, lowering risk of diabetes and heart disease.
AS ALWAYS check with your physicians when you have any questions.