Refined carbohydrates have been revealed to be a main driver behind Type 2 diabetes. A study from Tufts University tracked worldwide growth of Type 2 diabetes and found consumption of refined ...

Health officials love whole grains. In the US, dietary guidelines recommend that at least half of a person’s total grain intake be whole grains, and to “limit the intake of refined grains”. In the UK, ...

S. comes from whole grain sources, while the vast majority still derives from refined grains. This shocking reality means that most American children and adults consume whole grains at levels well ...

In its grain-based food recommendations, the Dietary Guidelines took sharp aim at refined grains and starches. The scientific report for the Dietary Guidelines described refined grains as “highly ...

The fear of carbohydrates, and particularly grains, is still going strong, with many people believing that eating foods like bread, pasta and rice will lead to weight gain, high blood sugar levels and ...

A fresh analysis of over 14,000 Americans’ diets found that both whole and enriched/refined grain foods can offer excellent nutrition and affordability. Researchers used two scoring systems — CFQS-3 ...

WASHINGTON – Sept. 4, 2025 – With so much confusion around what makes a grain food truly healthy, new research now offers a clearer picture: a combination of grain foods can support better nutrition ...

Multigrain bread can be a healthy choice, but it can vary greatly. Some multigrain breads are made with 100% whole grains, while others contain mostly refined grains. Reading the ingredient list and ...

If your New Year's resolution was to eat healthier in 2025, it can feel overwhelming sifting through the myriad tips and opinions offered online. One easy, nutrition expert-backed choice you can start ...