EAT HEALTHY, LIVE HEALTHY — The most important meal of the day deserves whole grain Weetabix!

Why are whole grain foods so good for you? 🤔

Well, without making it sound too complicated, whole grain foods contains all the three layers of the grain i.e. bran, germ and endosperm. They are important parts of our diet due to the nutrients and the fiber they contain. This then means that when whole grain foods are refined, the outer layer of the grains are removed thus causing them to lose their fiber, minerals, vitamins and phytochemicals. Bran is what gives the whole wheat its darker color and according to research, contains phytonutrients which help to reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Whole grain foods include brown rice, barley, rye, traditional oats buckwheat, millet, quinoa, sorghum, wholegrain pasta and whole grain breakfast cereals… you guessed it right, like Weetabix.

Having looked at the difference between whole grain and refined grains, let’s now look at the amazing health benefits of whole grain foods.

· Rich in nutrients — Whole grains are packed with nutrients including protein, vitamins, antioxidants and essential minerals.

· High in fiber- Whole grain foods helps to keep the bowel healthy and prevents constipation.

· Prevents diabetes- Whole grains are complex carbohydrates and naturally contain fiber which is broken down slowly releasing sugar more slowly than refined foods therefore aids in blood glucose control.

· Aids in weight loss- Whole grain foods are rich in fiber hence keeping you full for long with fewer calories.

· Protect against heart diseases- Whole grain foods are low in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol therefore eating such foods reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

With this knowledge in mind, how can you then change your diet for the better?

· Always include Weetabix in your family’s breakfast menu to start their days on a healthy note.

· Add fresh fruits to your Weetabix instead of using refined sugar.

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Don’t let your family miss out on the amazing health benefits of whole grain foods! Start your healthy journey with a healthy bowl of whole grain Weetabix cereals every day because eating healthy is living healthy. Weetabix also has a variety of whole grain cereals meaning that there’s always something for everyone! So… what’s your excuse for not eating healthy?

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