Whole Grain Cereal

Whole grains are composed of an outer bran coat, a germ, and a starchy endosperm of the seed from a plant in the grass family. Whole grains can be rice, wheat, corn, barley and oats, or millets such as ragi, sorghum, bajra, or Italian millets. Whole grains are a staple food source for humans because they are grown in abundance in all civilizations.

Whole grain cereals contain many essential nutrients for a healthy diet. They contain many minerals and high amounts of fiber. They are also good sources of Riboflavin and Thiamin. Whole grain cereals also contain many good fats to help you keep your body healthy, but still lose weight.

Whole grain cereals also contain protein, enzymes, and good calories. Since whole grains are harder to digest than fruits and vegetables, they tend to burn calories during the digestion process.

Finally, eating whole grain cereals is shown to reduce a person’s risk for or aid in the treatment of High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Blocked Arteries, Energy Deficiency, Colon Cancer, Breast Cancer, Type 2 Diabetes and Nervous/Metabolic Disorders.

So, why aren’t YOU eating whole grain cereals?