Grains

Less than 3% of Americans meet the daily recommended fiber intake, despite research suggesting high-fiber foods such as whole grains can affect the progression of coronary heart disease.

Three daily portions of whole grains appear to be as powerful as high blood pressure medications in alleviating hypertension. * If you plan to improve your diet, please work with your medical team so they can safely wean you off medications as needed.

Insufficient intake of fiber-rich foods may lead to the stiffening of our arteries associated with risk of having a stroke. Therefore, a high dietary fiber intake may be beneficial for stroke prevention.

Are ancient grains healthier?

How common is gluten sensitivity? Are there benefits of gluten? Why does the medical profession explicitly advise against people who suspect they might be gluten intolerant from just going on a gluten-free diet?

The remarkable impact of the structure of food beyond nutritional content or composition.

White rice is missing more than fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Phytonutrients such as gamma oryzanol in brown rice may help explain the clinical benefits, and naturally pigmented rice varieties may be even healthier.

What happens when brown rice is put to the test in a randomized controlled crossover trial?

Whole grains, such as quinoa, buckwheat, oatmeal, and millet, are part of Dr. Greger's Daily Dozen.

Gut Microbiome – Strike It Rich with Whole Grains

Which Rice Has Less Arsenic: Black, Brown, Red, White, or Wild?

How Risky is the Arsenic in Rice?

Is it Worth Switching from White Rice to Brown?