Whole grain mains

Healthy eating is easy when you choose whole grains.

Updated:: 2012-03-27 10:09

Published:: 2005-01-10 00:00

Because wheat, barley and oats were often the first crops planted in newly tilled fields, they were a mainstay of pioneer diets. Our ancestors must have had a hunch about how vital whole grains are to a healthy diet. Low in fat and high in fibre, grains are also a good source of protein, B vitamins, magnesium and zinc.

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