Double Whammy! Grains and Being Fiberific (Eating Healthy 4&5)

Holier Than Thou Whole Grains:

• Whole Grains are the entire edible portion of the grain. 
• Refining grains removes the bran (outer shell) and the germ (embryo). When we lose the bran and germ we lose Fiber, Antioxidants and Vitamins. :( :(
•  examples of refined grains: Cornmeal and White Flour
• Make sure that when you buy multigrain that it is not made with refined flour. The First Ingredient on the label should be Whole Wheat Flour or Whole Grain Flour

W(holy) Examples:
Oatmeal (not instant)
Popcorn
Whole Wheat Bread or Pasta
Wild Rice
Barley
Brown Rice
Buckwheat
Bulgur (Cracked Wheat)
Millet

Being FIBERIFIC!!

• Fiber makes you feel fuller longer!
• Lowers LDL (Bad) Cholesterol from the body
• Promotes Regularity (eh hmm)
• Prevents Gastrointestinal Issues (eh eh eh hmm)
• Slows down the Absorption of glucose into the blood stream

Where do I This Amazing Fiber???
-Fruits                       -Vegetables                     -Legumes (peas and beans beans the musical fruit)