How to Get Involved in International Whole Grain Day

Celebrate International Whole Grain Day on November 19

On November 19, the Whole Grain Initiative and a host of global leaders will convene at the EU Parliament to explore the vital role of educating children and young people about the benefits associated with whole grain consumption and ways to inspire them to integrate these nutritious choices into their daily diets.

Tune in to these important conversations and download the free media kit to plan your own Whole Grain Day promotions.

Whole Grain Research & Benefits

To Save the Planet, Increase Your Intake of This Food Group

According to experts, the number one source of calories in a sustainable diet shouldn’t be vegetables or beans or even nuts. In order to save the planet, we should be getting most of our calories from whole grains.

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Eating Whole Grains Linked with Lower Risk of Liver Disease

In a new study, those eating the most whole grains had a 10% lower risk of developing any chronic liver disease than those eating the least. The results were especially pronounced for a certain subgroup of serious liver diseases. Eating whole grains was linked with a 35% lower risk of developing cirrhosis (a potentially fatal form of liver damage) and a 63% lower risk of chronic liver disease mortality.

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