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Jan
Since the average U.S. adult consumes less than a third of the recommended amount of whole grains, it would be prudent for most of us to increase our consumption. In addition to the endosperm portion of a grain found in refined grains, whole grains also contain the bran and germ layers. Therefore, whole grains contain more nutrients, fiber, and health-promoting phytochemicals. What exactly are whole grains? Whole grains are the plant's entire grain seed. They can be consumed as a standalone food, such as oats, brown rice, barley, or popcorn, or as an ingredient, such as whole wheat flour in…