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Many health-conscious Americans are aware that whole grains are heart healthy and contain fiber and other important nutrients. However, there's confusion about how to ensure that a product actually contains whole grains. Bimbo Bakeries USA makes the selection process a little easier by answering some of the most common questions about whole grains food.

    What are whole grains?
    Whole grain foods are made up of the entire grain kernel with nothing removed. The entire grain consists of the bran (or fiber-rich outer layer), the endosperm (middle part) and the germ (the nutrient-rich inner part). Foods with whole grains provide more protein, fiber and other vitamins and minerals than non-whole grain foods.

    How can I tell if a product is made with “whole grains”?
    Read food labels - looking at both the ingredient list and the nutrition facts panel - and choose foods that list the whole grain as the first ingredient. Also, look for claims like "100% Whole Wheat," "Good Source of Whole Grain," or "Excellent Source of Whole Grain."

    Does 100% whole wheat mean 100% whole grain?
    Yes. Products labeled 100% Whole Wheat are made with only whole wheat flour that is milled from whole grain.

    How many whole grain foods should I eat each day?
    The 2005 Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming whole grain foods often, including at least 3 ounces of whole grain foods every day.

    What’s the easiest way to meet my dietary needs for whole grains?
    Whole grain bread is one of the most convenient ways to meet your whole grain needs because it can be consumed as a snack or meal.

    Should I only buy 100% whole grain products?
    100% whole grain products are ideal for many people because of their strong nutritional profile. However, everyone has different taste preferences, and the slight bitterness of some 100% whole grain products may not be for everyone. There are products made with a combination of whole and non-whole grains. Although some of the grains are not 100% whole, these products still have a good nutritional profile and count towards the recommended 3-ounces of whole grains per day.

    How can I tell if a bread or other product isn’t made from 100% whole grains?
    Read the ingredient label. If the first ingredient has the word "whole" in it, you know that the most prominent grains are whole. If the product isn’t 100% whole grain, the second ingredient will typically be unbleached wheat flour, which is not whole.

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