Whole Grain Myths
You all know we should include foods that are whole grains because they offer more nutrient and fiber content and generally fill you up better when you are trying to lose weight. The problem is that food manufacturers know that we know this now so they keep trying to trick us into believing many foods are whole grain when they really aren't. Here's a few things to be aware of:
- Do not choose bread based merely on its color. Many manufacturers use colorings to make them just look like they are whole grain.
- There are numerous other types of grains besides just wheat. For example there is old fashioned rolled oats or steel cut oats which don't take much longer to cook that instant oatmeal but provide much more nutrient value. There is also whole grain couscous, barley, amaranth, quinoa, and brown rice. These dishes can be cooked in the same way white rice is used in most cases.
- Many whole grains can be as high in antioxidants as fruits and vegetables so don't be gun-shy of true whole grain foods if they aren't too processed. Even popcorn (without infinite amounts of butter and salt) is a healthy whole grain food.
- Look for at least 2-3 grams of fiber for every 80-100 calories although manufacturers are also adding in that as well.
- Watch "all-bran" cereals as many of them have artificial sweeteners like aspartame (Equal) and sucralose, (Splenda) which in my opinion are just not healthy additives and in the end really do not promote weight loss according to studies.
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