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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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June 15, 2022
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2022 IFIC Survey Shows Consumer Interest in Whole Grains for Health

When people are looking for functional foods to improve various health concerns, odds are, they’re looking to whole grains. To get a better view of consumer understanding of whole grains and health, we're diving into the results from the newly released 2022 IFIC Food and Health Survey...
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June 1, 2022
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Take an Inside Look at Brown Rice Trends

What exactly are people pairing with this tried-and-true whole grain, and which people are reaching for it most often? To learn more about brown rice trends, we caught up with Cameron Jacobs of USA Rice to share insights from USA Rice’s Research on Rice Eating Occasions compiled by The Hartman...
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May 4, 2022
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Follow the Grain!

Join us for a weekend getaway in Vermont, July 15-17, 2022 and get behind-the-scenes access to the passionate growers, millers, bakers, and distillers powering the grain revival in this beautiful area of the Northeast.
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April 27, 2022
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Why Not All Fiber is Created Equal

No matter what type of diet people are drawn to, nearly everyone recognizes the importance of fiber for good nutrition. However, many are surprised to learn that the fiber from whole grains may offer specific health benefits that can’t be replicated with fruits or vegetables alone.
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April 6, 2022
Examples of nutrient profiling systems used around the world

How Front-of-Pack Labeling Can Increase Whole Grain Intake

When nutrient profiling systems work well, they help guide shoppers toward products that contribute to an overall diet more closely aligned with dietary recommendations. However, not all nutrient profiling systems are created equal and many of them overlook whole grains entirely.
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March 16, 2022
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Try something new during a Whole Day for Whole Grain!

A Whole Day for Whole Grain is just the thing to nudge you out of the pandemic cooking doldrums.
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March 2, 2022
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An Update on Whole Grains in School Meals

If you have whiplash from following the ever-changing whole grain requirements in U.S. school meals, you’re not alone. Take a trip down memory lane with us to review the key updates shaping whole grain requirements in schools, and learn about the newly announced rule impacting school meals today.
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