Wholegrains are an important part of a healthy diet and are packed with nutrients that’ll have you feeling great. There are many reasons why they should be a part of your diet, but here are some for you to take away.
What’s a wholegrain?
Wholegrain foods contain all three layers of the grain, just as nature intended.
This includes the:
- Outer bran layer
- Inner germ layer
- Endosperm
When a grain food is refined, for instance in white bread, the outer layers of the grain are removed and with them many of the fibre, minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals. In fact, up to 70 per cent of these beneficial nutrients can be lost.
What are the benefits of wholegrains
Try eating dinner earlier, reducing late-night snacks or taking breakfast with you to enjoy later. Remember, breakfast doesn’t need to be large. Wholegrains provide key health benefits, including:
- Protection against heart disease and stroke
- Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
- Improved bowel health
- Lower cholesterol and blood pressure
