This long-term observational study examined the relationship between food group consumption and all-cause mortality over 15 years in middle-aged French men (n = 960). Dietary intake was assessed through 3-day food records, and Cox modeling was used to adjust for confounders, including diet quality.
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CIMMYT Series on Carbohydrates, Wheat, Grains, and Health: Part 2Grain Terminology and Nutritional Contributions (December 2015)
This second installment in the CIMMYT series focuses on the nutritional contributions of grain- and wheat-based staples, highlighting their role in balanced diets. It defines key grain-related terms, dietary fiber, and resistant starch to clarify consumer confusion across countries.
Modeling Changes in Daily Grain Foods Intake: An Analysis to Determine the Impact on Nutrient Intakes in Comparison to the USDA Ideal Food Pattern (April 2015)
Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) encourage increased whole grains (WG) and dietary fiber intake while limiting refined grains (RG). This study modeled how different grain food patterns affect nutrient and energy intakes compared to USDA ideal and typical food patterns within a 2,000 kcal/day diet.
Consumption of Certain Grain Food Patterns is Associated With Improved Diet Quality and Nutrient Intakes in US Adults: A NHANES 2005-2010 Analysis (April 2015)
Grain-based foods are an integral part of many diets, providing essential nutrients and contributing to diet quality. This study used NHANES 2005–2010 data to evaluate the association between different grain food patterns and nutrient intake, diet quality, and health metrics in U.S. adults aged 19 and older.
Cost of Nutrients Analyses Using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey: A Focus on Grain Foods (April 2015)
Access to affordable, nutrient-dense foods is crucial for promoting public health, particularly in the context of rising food costs. This study analyzed NHANES 2003–2004 data to identify the most cost-effective foods for delivering energy and essential nutrients, focusing on grain-based categories linked to USDA food prices.
CIMMYT Series on Carbohydrates, Wheat, Grains, and Health: Part 1Role of Carbohydrates in Health (2015)
This first installment in the CIMMYT series from Cereal Foods World addresses misconceptions about carbohydrates (CHOs), wheat, and grains, highlighting their nutritional and cultural importance. CHO-rich staple foods, including whole and refined grains, are vital sources of energy, protein, dietary fibers, and essential nutrients, supporting global nutrition.
