Heart-Smart Whole Grains

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For a serving of whole grains, about 16 grams, the Whole Grains Council suggests trying these foods.

(Because whole-grain content can vary by brand and by size of product, these figures are approximate.)

10 Ways to Add Grains to Your Day
1. Switch to whole-grain pastas for your favorite Italian recipes.
2. For breakfast, try whole-grain cold cereals, oatmeal, whole-grain toast, or buckwheat pancakes topped with fruit.
3. Combine whole-grain cereal, fat-free popcorn, and nuts for a quick grab-and-go snack.
4. Try whole-grain bread, bagels, or pitas for sandwiches or toast.
5. Substitute whole-grain flour for up to one-quarter of the white flour in baked recipes.
6. Add bulgur or brown rice to beans and veggies to make nutritious Mexican dishes.
7. Try soba (buckwheat) noodles or brown rice in stir-fry or Asian dishes.
8. Serve risotto or pilaf, made with such whole grains as brown rice, wild rice, whole wheat couscous, barley, or quinoa, on the side.
9. Spread whole-grain crackers with hummus, light cream cheese, or peanut butter.
10. Add cooked barley, brown rice, or bulgur to soups, stews, salads, casseroles, or meat loaf.