Experts agree that eating more wholegrain foods can be good for the whole family
Studies show that eating three 16g servings of wholegrain a day has many health benefits. Not only can it help maintain a healthy heart and digestive system, the high fibre content of wholegrains can also help with weight management, keeping you feeling fuller for longer, so you’re less likely to snack between meals. Many foods from breakfast cereals to breads, pasta and snacks are described as containing wholegrain. 
But what exactly are wholegrains and why are they so important for your diet? Wholegrain literally refers to the whole of the grain which is kept in the product, whether it is bread or pasta. Each individual grain provides heaps of nutrients, such as carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants, all essential for your well being. Making wholegrains part of your daily diet is easy whatever the meal. Something as simple as wholemeal bread over white bread, or having two oatcakes as a snack provides a single serving of wholegrain. We teamed up with the HGCA (The UK wide Agriculture and Horticulture Development board) to get some information and recipes to get you eating and embracing wholegrains!
- For further recipes, tips and nutritional information, visit www.wholegraingoodness.com and www.allaboutoats.com
To receive you very own Wholegrain Goodness Recipe Booklet FREE, simply call 0845 245 0009 and quote WG0910 (while stocks last) or click here to download it.
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Yes I love oats, I have porridge every morning, except a Saturday where I eat boiled egg and wholemeal toast. I usually mix my porridge with 1 tsp honey or agave syrup or a spoon of fruit puree to sweeten, and like to top with either chopped fruit or flaked almonds. I hated porridge before I tried it like this, yum!
Comment by Safiyah on 28 September 2011 at 4:50 pm
