What Is A True Whole Grain? | Andrew Weil, M.D.

Don't be fooled by "whole-grain" products such as whole wheat flour (or bread made from it), which have a glycemic index nearly as high as that of refined flour. Grains that have been pulverized into flour, whether "whole" or not, have a significantly expanded starchy surface area available to digestive enzymes, and cause blood sugar levels to spike dramatically. A serving of true whole grains - embellished or plain - makes a healthy side for almost any meal, but they are also wonderful in soups, stews, salads and stuffings. Whole grains - full of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and low-glycemic carbohydrates - are an important part of the Anti-Inflammatory Food Pyramid.

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[valnaples]

Trader Joe's sells a nifty 7 Grain Sprouted bread just in case anyone is looking for a sprouted grain bread. Ezekiel (Food for Life) is also a nice option...a bit more expensive than the TJ's but something to consider if you *must* have bread.

[phanisundarssimages]

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[peggysteevensz]

Missing a fundamental about flours. It is the modern milling process, versus stone ground flours. BIG difference

[laniarellanes-hansen]

I've been feeding my family pasta made from "organic corn flower, organic quinoa flour" Nothing more. What do you think?