Whole-grain Sentence Examples

Whole-grain toast with jam is a classic vegan breakfast favorite.

When most people think of whole-grain food sources, the first thing that comes to mind is bread.

That means one slice of whole-grain bread equals one serving.

Along with breads, the following whole-grain food sources can help you get your three servings a day.

Vitamin B thiamine can be found in whole-grain cereals, bread, red meat, egg yolks, and green leafy vegetables.

Try yogurt with fresh fruit, hard- or soft-boiled eggs, a serving of cottage cheese, or a whole-grain cereal with soy milk.

You can get protein in this meal with fruit yogurt, Greek yogurt, a small serving of chickpea curry, or a nut-butter sandwich on whole-grain bread.

Vegetable lasagna, fresh pizza, and whole-grain pilaf all showcase fresh, flavorful items that highlight the textures and features of a meal.

Keep in mind that whole-grain products may also contain added sugar, sodium or saturated fat, which you should limit in a healthy diet.

For more information, see a list of whole-grain foods.

Food sources that include only the bran are not whole-grain products, and products promoted as "high fiber" are not always whole-grain, either.

If the word "whole" is not listed with the first ingredient but is part of the second ingredient, the item may not be a whole-grain product.

To make it easier to decipher nutrition labels, the Whole Grains Council created an official symbol in 2005 to indicate a product is whole-grain.

But when you do see it, you can trust the product offers true whole-grain goodness.

The children should avoid foods and drinks that are proven suppressors of immunity (foods high in sugar, caffeine, and alcohol content) and have regular meals with plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits and whole-grain products.

Montignac gives the example of combining whole-grain bread with omega-3 oils, which lowers the glycemic index of the bread.

For example, an adult portion of whole-grain bread is one slice; for a child, the portion could be one-quarter to one-half slice, depending on age, activity, and appetite.

It is advisable to provide healthful snacks, such as sliced vegetables with a yogurt-based dip or hummus, whole-grain breads with olive oil, nut and seed mixes, and fresh fruits.

You could also throw in a slice of whole-grain toast with margarine and a small glass of orange juice.

For example, fruits can provide you with a healthy dose of carbohydrates, as do whole-grain breads and cereals.

It has a nice, hearty whole-grain flavor that goes well in sandwiches, toast and French toast.

Making the switch from white bread to whole-grain is one effortless way to integrate high fiber foods into your diet.

Peanut butter, whether on celery or on whole-grain crackers, is another high protein option with a serving of healthy fats.

When grains are included in a meal they are whole-grain varieties.