Refined grains





Even if your Thai takeout doesn’t feel complete without rice; neither does Chinese food without noodles. Nonetheless, you’re better off to stick to the chicken and veggies, says Caroline Apovian, MD, director of nutrition and weight management at Boston Medical Center. “There are three parts of a grain: bran, germ, and endosperm. Refined grains remove the bran and germ, while whole grains preserve all three parts. Removing the bran and germ also removes the dietary fiber, B vitamins, and iron from grains. Refined grains include white bread, white rice, and most pastas.” Check out these easy ways to get more fiber in your diet without even
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