Most people consume enough grains, but very few of them are whole grains. The amount you need depends on your age, sex, and level of physical activity. You can find out the amount you need by visiting the Choose My Plate website. At least half of the grains eaten should be whole grains. Why is […]
Are you eating whole grains?
WRITTEN BY: Tammy Jones, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Pike County, jones.5640@osu.edu
REVIEWED BY: Jami Dellifield, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Hardin County, dellifield.2@osu.edu
SOURCES:
- Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/appendix-13/
- USDA, United States Department of Agriculture. http://www.choosemyplate.gov/grains-tips
- USDA, United States Department of Agriculture. http://www.choosemyplate.gov/grains
- USDA, United States Department of Agriculture. http://www.choosemyplate.gov/sites/default/files/tentips/DGTipsheet4MakeHalfYourGrainsWhole.pdf
- USDA, United States Department of Agriculture. “How To Cook With Budget Friendly Whole Grains” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTEVM64THJI&feature=youtu.be
- Whole Grains Council. http://wholegrainscouncil.org/files/whole_grains_infographic_2016.jpg