2022

December 22, 2022
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Whole Grain for the Holidays

Explore the Oldways staff's favorite holiday dishes!...
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December 7, 2022
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What New Research About Whole Grain Intake Really Means for Public Health

In a new study, researchers classified foods as either “whole grain” or “not whole grain” based on different criteria. However, what the study failed to account for is that many foods today exist in a grey area, containing a mixture of whole and refined or enriched grains.
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November 16, 2022
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Update on Perennial Grains: Wheatgrass, Rice, and Sorghum

Kernza® (a relative of wheat) is not the only perennial grain in town. New research shows that perennial rice is ready for commercialization, while efforts to perennialize sorghum hold promise.
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November 2, 2022
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Gluten Free Doesn't Mean Grain Free!

For those who can't eat gluten, the world of grains is still open! And for everyone else, gluten-free diets might cause us to leave out healthy, delicious whole grains...
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October 19, 2022
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Whole Grains of the American South

Whether you look to Louisiana’s Creole cooking or Low Country and Gullah cuisine, there is one food group that is a staple at every Southern table… grains!
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October 5, 2022
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A Triumphant and Impactful Whole Grains Month Celebration

We are so pleased to announce that the charity randomly selected as the recipient of 100+ cases of whole grain product is Mission Oak Cliff Food Pantry in Dallas, Texas, nominated by contest winner, Joyce Manalo!
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September 21, 2022
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Sorghum: A new addition to your child's school lunch

Children across the United States may soon notice a new whole grain in their school lunches: sorghum!
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September 7, 2022
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Can Switching to Whole Grains Help Reduce the Risk of Diabetes?

Some wonder if the relationship between grains and diabetes has less to do with the type of grain and more to do with the type of food. Luckily, research can help us answer this question.
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August 17, 2022
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The Top Three Ways to Celebrate Whole Grains Month in September

We hope you're ready to get in the whole grain spirit and party right along with us!...
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August 3, 2022
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Who's that grain? Spotlight on Millet

Versatile and nutritious, millet is a true powerhouse.
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July 20, 2022
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Confused by Fiber and Whole Grains?

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between grams of fiber and grams of whole grain in a product, you’re certainly not alone. Originally posted October 30, 2008, updated July 20, 2022.
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July 6, 2022
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Adding More Whole Grains to School Lunches Can Reduce Environmental Impact, Study Says

In a new study using data from over 2.2 million real-world lunches, researchers quantified the environmental footprint of each lunch served to see if they could determine patterns and form recommendations for more sustainable lunches. They found that increasing whole grain requirements is one of...
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