365DAYS CAMPAIGN AGAINST NON COMMUNICABLE DISEASES




DAY 138 of 365.

 SELECT WHOLE GRAINS.

Whole grains are good sources of fiber and other nutrients that play a role in regulating blood pressure and heart health. You can increase the amount of whole grains in a heart-healthy diet by making simple substitutions for refined grain products. Or be adventuresome and try a new whole grain, such as whole-grain groundnuts, quinoa or barley.

Grain products to choose;
Whole-wheat flour,Whole-grain bread, preferably 100% whole-wheat bread or 100% whole-grain bread,high-fiber cereal with 5 g or more fiber in a serving,whole grains such as brown rice, barley and buckwheat (kasha)
Whole-grain pasta,Oatmeal (steel-cut or regular)

Grain products to avoid;
White refined flour,Frozen waffles,Corn bread, Doughnuts,Biscuits,Cakes,Pies,Egg noodles,Buttered popcorn,
High-fat snack crackers


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