WHOLE GRAINS

Now a days after lot of so called diet readings and talks we would have heard or read

 whole grains but do we really know what is whole grain and whats in that?
What Is Whole Grains? Benefits Of Eating Whole Grain Vs Refined Grain





Understanding Whole Grains

Grains Are Divided Into 2 Subgroups, Whole Grains And Refined Grains. Refined Grains Can 

Also Be Enriched And Made As Finished Food Products.

What Is Whole Grain?

A whole grain is a cereal grain that contains the germ, endosperm, and bran, in contrast to 

refined grains, which retain only the endosperm

Wholegrain is not unusual grain, we are consuming grains and wheat flours in many forms 

(biscuits, cereals etc..) after refining and processing. Though we have been consuming whole

 grains for decades ,now they are no more in trend.

Take a few minutes to understand the benefits of whole grain and we are sure you will give a 

second chance to them in your menu. Many does not have knowledge of how to cook whole

 grains. With support from tech savy foodies now internet is flooded with recipes using whole

 grains.



Whole grains contain all three parts of the kernel.

Refining normally removes the bran and the germ, leaving only the endosperm. 

Without the bran and germ, about 25% of a grain's protein is lost, and are greatly reduced in 

at least many important nutrients
Why Whole Grains Is Good?

Whole grains are the entire seed of a plant.


THE BRAN

The bran is the multi-layered outer skin of the edible kernel. It contains important antioxidants, 

B vitamins and fiber.
THE GERM

The germ is the embryo which has the potential to sprout into a new plant. It contains many 

B vitamins, some protein, minerals, and healthy fats.
THE ENDOSPERM

The endosperm is the germ’s food supply, which provides essential energy to the young plant so

 it can send roots down for water and nutrients, and send sprouts up for sunlight’s 

photosynthesizing power. The endosperm is by far the largest portion of the kernel. It contains 

starchy carbohydrates, proteins and small amounts of vitamins and minerals.
Benefits Of Wholegrain

Good for weight loss. There is a widespread myth that we should avoid whole grain if we are in 

diet.

Whole Grains Reduce Risk of Metabolic Syndrome

Whole Grains Substantially Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Whole Wheat Promotes Women's Health and Gastrointestinal Health

Prevent Heart Failure with a Whole Grains Breakfast

Common Indian Whole Grains Foods Are
Millets (all varieties)
Barley
Brown Rice
Oats
Quinoa
Cooking Timings For Wholegrains (Approximate)

Barley (pearled) 3 cups water, 15 minutes cooking time
Brown rice 2 cups water, 35 to 40 minutes cooking time
Oats (quick cooking) 2 to 3 cups water, 12 to 20 minutes cooking time
Oats (rolled) 2 to 3 cups water, 40 to 50 minutes cooking time
Quinoa 2 cups water, 15 minutes cooking time

Use whole wheat bread when you make sandwiches. May be in your soups and salads too...


What Are Some Whole Grain Foods?

Any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley or another cereal grain is a grain product.

 Bread, pasta, oatmeal, breakfast cereals are examples of grain products.
Is Rice Whole Grain Food?

After rice is harvested, its inedible hull must be removed, resulting in whole grain (often brown)

 rice kernel, ready to eat. If the rice is milled further, the bran and germ are removed, resulting in

 white rice, with lower levels of nutrients.