Super Grains
Super Grains ~ Natures Super Foods
You've probably heard a lot about how good they can be for you. But do you really know what they are...or why they're so beneficial? They're considered whole when all three parts, bran, germ and endosperm, are present. Most people know that fruits and vegetables contain beneficial phytochemicals and antioxidants, but many do not realize that whole grains are often an even better source of these key nutrients. In fact, they're a good source of B vitamins, Vitamin-E, magnesium, iron and fiber, as well as other valuable antioxidants not found in some fruits and vegetables. Most of the antioxidants and vitamins are found in the germ and the bran. 
Common Types:wild rice brown rice whole wheat oatmeal whole oats barley whole rye bulgar popcorn Less Common Types: amaranth millet quinoa sorghum triticale
Recommendations have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease by decreasing cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and blood coagulation. Whole-grains have also been found to reduce the risks of many types of cancer. They may also help regulate blood glucose in people living with diabetes. Other studies have also shown that people who consume more "whole" products consistently weigh less than those who consumed less. Increase Your Intake:
An easy way to increase your intake is to replace some of your refined-grain products with whole products. Have a slice of whole grain bread to replace your white bread. Have a serving of whole breakfast cereal in the morning.
Substitute half the white flour with whole wheat flour in your regular recipes for cookies, muffins, quick breads and pancakes.
Add brown rice, wild rice or barley in your vegetable soup.
Snack on popcorn instead of chips on movie nights.
Check Labels Carefully! Foods labeled with the words "multi-grain," "stone-ground," "100% wheat," "cracked wheat," "seven-grain," or "bran" are usually not whole-grain products. Color is also not an indication of the variety. Brown does not necessary mean whole wheat or whole anything! Some brown bread has brown coloring added to achieve the brown color! When determining if a packaged food product contains whole grain or not, look for the word "whole" in the ingredient list.
Also look for the "Whole-Grain-Stamp" (see above examples). A "Good Source" stamp contains at least 1/2 serving, while an "Excellent Source" contains at least 1 serving of whole grains. For more specific information, follow these links;
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