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New Research Shows that RDs are Knowledgeable About Whole Grains, Can Play Role in Encouraging Greater Whole Grain Intake

In this study, researchers surveyed 348 registered dietitians and 124 nutrition students about whole grain foods. Both groups had high whole grain knowledge and were able to correctly identify whole grain foods. The authors note that exposure to whole grain foods plays a critical role in behavior change, and that “the use of prominent and clear whole-grain labeling should be increased, such as the Whole Grain Stamp.”

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3 Ways to Celebrate Whole Grains Month

Tune in to Our Weekly IG Live Conversations

  • Friday 9/9 at 1pm ET: Serena Ball, MS, RD @tspcurry will talk with us about whole grains’ role in sustainability and the Mediterranean diet
  • Wednesday, 9/14 at 2pm ET: Samina Qureshi, RD @antidiet.ibs.dietitian will be joining us talk to about whole grains for digestive health 
  • Wednesday, 9/21 at 12pm ET: Elena Gutierrez Byrne @artisangraincollab will speak with us about local grain economies 
  • Tuesday, 9/27 at 2pm ET: Alex Aldeborgh, MS, RD @DaisyBeet will discuss whole grain recipes and tips with us
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Join Our Whole Grains Month Challenges

Throughout September we're hosting fun, daily whole grain challenges. Contest challenges will include activities like posting about your favorite whole grain on social media or celebrating Taco Tuesday using whole grain tortillas. With each challenge completed you will earn an entry to win one of our six grand prizes. Winners will receive a $100 cash prize, a rice cooker donated by USA Rice, and the opportunity to nominate their favorite food-based charity to receive 100+ cases of whole grain products from our participating Whole Grains Council member companies. 

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Sign Up for Our September Webinar Series

RDs who attend our webinars are eligible for 1 CPEU credit:

  • Thursday 9/8 at 2pm ET: Expert Tips for Crave-Worthy Food Photography 
  • Wednesday 9/21 at 2pm ET: The Secret’s Out: Sorghum is the Sustainable Ancient Grain RDs are Buzzing About
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Bulgur Recipes from Around the World

Bulgur Vegetable Uppama


An Oldways recipe, courtesy of Madhu Gadia

Ayfer's Kisir


An Oldways recipe, courtesy of Ana Sortun and Ayfer Unsal

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