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What are Whole Grains?

Nutrition

Whole grains contain three parts: the bran, the germ, and the endosperm. The bran and germ keep your body healthy by supporting your skin and your hair. Including whole grains as part of a healthy diet can help reduce the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and provide cancer prevention. Excellent Sources:  Barley Quinoa Oats Brown rice Whole-grain pasta Whole-grain bread Whole-grain cereal  When reading food labels, try sticking with “whole

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Carbohydrates: The Good vs The Bad

Nutrition

There are three types of carbohydrates to be aware of: sugar, starches, and fiber. These three types are broken down into two standards – simple versus complex. These standards are classified by chemical structure and how quickly the sugar is digested and absorbed. This is important because high amounts of simple sugars raise triglyceride levels, which may be associated with coronary heart disease, diabetes, and fatty liver. Simple carbohydrates are

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