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.
Key Points:
- Grains, including whole and enriched/fortified refined grains, provide carbohydrates, fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
- Proper terminology and labeling are critical for nutrition education and consumer understanding.
- Grains are an affordable, sustainable source of diverse nutrients, dietary fibers, and phytochemicals, essential for global nourishment.
This review reinforces the critical role of grains as a versatile and affordable source of essential nutrients, while emphasizing the importance of clear terminology to support nutrition education and promote informed dietary choices worldwide.
