MyPlate Foods to Increase: Whole Grains

A higher intake of whole grains is associated with a lower body mass index (BMI) and distribution of fat around the abdomen, but only 7% of American adults meet the recommended intake. This 3-page fact sheet provides information on whole grains and their health benefits as well as how to include wh...

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Main Authors: Jonathan Holzinger, Karla Shelnutt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2012-03-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/119667
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Summary:A higher intake of whole grains is associated with a lower body mass index (BMI) and distribution of fat around the abdomen, but only 7% of American adults meet the recommended intake. This 3-page fact sheet provides information on whole grains and their health benefits as well as how to include whole grains in your diet. Written by Jonathan Holzinger and Karla Shelnutt, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
ISSN:2576-0009