More wholegrains and fewer refined grains linked to reduced body fat

Eating a diet rich in wholegrain foods has been linked  to a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and metabolic syndrome (a cluster of risk factors including high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels and insulin resistance that can develop into cardiovascular disease or type 2 diabetes).  There have also been studies that link lower [...]

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Mediterranean style diets rich in wholegrains may help to keep us trim and healthy

There are many studies which have found that following a Mediterranean style diet is associated with a reduced risk of developing chronic diseases e.g. heart disease, dementia, diabetes.  A recent study (1) published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has concluded that “promoting the MDP [Mediterranean Dietary Pattern] as a model of healthy [...]

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Whole grains might help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Eating large amounts of refined carbohydrates and foods with a high glycaemic index seems to be associated with an increased risk for certain conditions such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.  A study(1) recently published in the medical journal Archives of Internal Medicine has concluded that “Substitution of whole grains, including brown rice, [...]

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