Whole grains are a cornerstone of dietary guidelines due to their association with reduced risks of chronic diseases. This study explored the impact of whole-grain (WG) consumption on all-cause and cause-specific mortality in the Scandinavian HELGA cohort, encompassing 120,010 adults aged 30–64 years from Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, over a follow-up period ending in 2009.
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Dietary fibre and incidence of type 2 diabetes in eight European countries: the EPIC-InterAct Study and a meta-analysis of prospective studies (May 2015)
Dietary fiber has long been associated with reduced risks of chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes (T2D), but few European studies have evaluated this relationship. This research analyzed data from the EPIC-InterAct cohort across eight countries and combined it with a meta-analysis of 19 prospective studies to investigate the link between fiber intake and T2D risk.
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.
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.
