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Why is it important to eat grains, especially
whole grains?
Health benefits
- Consuming foods rich in fiber, such as whole
grains, as part of a healthy diet, reduces the
risk of coronary heart disease.
- Consuming foods rich in fiber, such as whole
grains, as part of a healthy diet, may reduce
constipation.
- Eating at least 3 ounce equivalents a day of
whole grains may help with weight management.
- Eating grains fortified with folate before and
during pregnancy helps prevent neural tube defects
during fetal development.
Nutrients
- Grains are important sources of many nutrients,
including dietary fiber, several B vitamins (thiamin,
riboflavin, niacin, and folate), and minerals
(iron, magnesium, and selenium).
- Dietary fiber from whole grains, as part of
an overall healthy diet, helps reduce blood cholesterol
levels and may lower risk
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