7 simple tips for a healthier diet-Tip #5-Switch to Whole Grain - Better Health Solutions

7 simple tips for a healthier diet-Tip #5-Switch to Whole Grain

7 simple tips for a healthier diet-Tip #5-Switch to Whole Grain

Pasta, tortillas, rice, bread, muffins, crackers, and even bagels… if you think making the switch to whole grain means deprivation from many of your favorite foods, think again. These are just some of the products that are widely available nowadays in whole grain. We've come a long way. Making the switch to whole grain has never been easier.

Grains are essential to our diet but that's when we’re eating the healthy kinds. Refined grains are those that have had most of the natural nutrients and healthy fiber stripped out of them so that you're essentially filling your body with calories, starch and zero nutrition.

Even products labeled 'enriched' are very weak nutritionally compared to whole-grain versions. So, don’t be fooled when the label on the pasta box reads 'enriched'. Nothing beats natural. Some other artificially enriched foods may include white bread, white rice, pasta and white flour.

Making the switch to whole grains that are packed with all-natural nutrients and fiber is easy. Whole grains should therefore be your mainstay for a healthier diet. Simply consider making the following replacements:
•Make your own baked goods – it's worth the effort. Enjoy your favorite foods such as waffles, pancakes and cookies using whole grain flour instead of white, or at least a mixture of half and half...

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