Whole Grain Calorie Breakdown


Updated 03/17/12 9:45 PM · Posted by · 19 comments

Calories in Whole Grains

Whole grains are healthy for us because they're loaded with immune-boosting vitamins, energy sustaining carbs, and filling fiber to encourage weight loss, and they are a low-fat source of protein. With so many to choose from, find out which grains are lowest in calories and which offer the most fiber and protein. Read more

Eating White Rice Increases Your Risk of Diabetes, Study Says


Updated 03/16/12 2:04 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

White Rice Increases Risk of Diabetes

Chances are you already know to avoid those high-carb, low-nutrition white foods like white potatoes, rice, and bread. A new report from Harvard released this week further confirms that regularly eating white rice is not a good idea. The study, published in the British Medical Journal, found that each serving of white rice you eat a day increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 11 Read more

Products Made With Protein-Packed Quinoa


Updated 02/29/12 9:56 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Quinoa Products

I'm a huge fan of quinoa, not only for the poppy, slightly chewy consistency, but more so because it's so healthy. A one-cup serving of cooked quinoa offers 5.2 grams of fiber and 8.1 grams of protein (seriously trumping brown rice in both nutrients). If quinoa's unique texture is a turnoff for you, here are a few products to help you reap the goodness of the grain. Read more

Skip the Spoon: 5 Bowl-Free Ways to Use Oatmeal


Updated 02/16/12 12:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Recipes With Oats

Who doesn't love cupping their hands around a warm bowl of oatmeal, especially during colder, Winter months? Aside from a satisfying breakfast, the nutritional power of fiber- and protein-filled oats can be enjoyed in other ways as well. If you're tired of oatmeal for breakfast, reap the benefits of oats with these ideas. Meatloaf or veggie burgers: Since oats have a sticky, gelatinous Read more

Mix It Up: Two Whole Grains Are Better Than One


Updated 01/13/12 2:15 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Nutritional Benefits of Cooking Two Grains Together

I'm a whole grain junkie. Check my pantry; I have at least five on hand at all times. I get a little crazy with my grains, too, and instead of cooking quinoa all by its lonesome self, I mix in another grains, like millet. The combo takes your taste buds on a flavorful ride. And if you're not a fan of a grain's texture, say the chewiness of barley, adding in another grain can disguise the texture Read more

Hearty Whole Grains: It's What's For Breakfast


Updated 10/28/11 2:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Breakfast Ideas Using Whole Grains

Yogurt with fruit and cereal was my go-to breakfast over the past couple months, but now that it's chillier, I crave cupping my hands around a steaming bowl of warm creaminess. Aside from the traditional bowl of oatmeal, you can get creative with other whole grains for breakfast. Preparing the grains the night before saves time in the morning. Plus the fiber of whole grains is so filling, you Read more

What 100 Calories Really Look Like: Whole Grains


Updated 03/16/12 8:28 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

100-Calorie Servings of Whole Grains (Pictures)

You know what 100 calories of fresh fruit look like and 100 calories of Summer veggies too, but now that cooler weather is around the corner, it's time for warm whole grains. Keep reading to find out what 100 calories of your favorite whole grain looks like. *All measurements are based on dry, uncooked grains (grains may expand up to double their size when cooked). The red bowl shown in the Read more

4 Reasons to Eat Whole Grains Instead of Refined


Updated 07/20/11 3:26 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Why You Should Eat Whole Grains Instead of Refined

If you're still filling your pantry with refined grains like white rice and white flour, think about instead adding a few whole grains into the mix. Whole grains are grains that are just that — whole. While refined grains are stripped of their bran and germ, whole grains still have all their parts intact. Whether it's brown rice, quinoa, oatmeal, or buckwheat, we can't stop cooking with whole Read more

Got the Brown Rice Blahs? 5 Nutritious Alternatives


Updated 06/14/11 1:42 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Easy-to-Cook Supergrains For Dinner

My go-to weeknight meal often features a side of brown rice. It's versatile and more nutritious than white rice and is easy to throw in a rice cooker or boil away on the stove while I'm preparing the main course. But sometimes a dinner calls for a few other nutritional powerhouses. The next time you find yourself in the mood for something that can cook quickly in boiling water, try these Read more

Banish That Belly in 3 Easy Steps


Updated 02/24/11 10:30 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

How to Get Rid of Belly Fat

Belly bulge. Muffin top. Love handles. There are a lot of names for that extra jiggle in the middle. Instead of nicknaming belly fat, let's get rid of it! And while having a flat, toned stomach may seem like a quest for the Holy Grail, it's not. First you need to understand why you have belly fat. After that, follow these three basic tips to banish it for good. Eat the right foods. Having a Read more