Refined grains are often highlighted as a food that is over-consumed by Americans, with recommendations to limit or reduce intake in healthy dietary patterns. However, enriched and fortified refined grain food products, including bagels, tortillas, rolls, and bread, are a key source of micronutrients in the U.S. diet. Modeling the Contribution of Enrichment and Fortification […]
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Bread Consumption and Cancer Risk: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies (April 2026)
A study published in Current Developments in Nutrition and selected as an Editors’ Choice in ASN’s newsletter reveals reassuring insights about bread consumption. Conducted by GFF’s Scientific Advisory Board members, Dr. Glenn A. Gaesser and Dr. Siddhartha S. Angadi, a comprehensive meta-analysis of 24 studies encompassing nearly 1.9 million participants, primarily from Europe, concluded that bread intake does not increase cancer risk. Key findings: These […]
Study Links Grain Foods to Healthier Diet Patterns, Metabolic Health and Everyday Accessibility (September 2025)
A new study published in Nutrients, which analyzed the diets of more than 14,000 Americans over five years, found that both whole and refined grain foods play a role in improved diet quality, nutrient intake and everyday accessibility.
White Paper: History and Public Health Benefits of Enrichment and Fortification of Refined Grains (March 2025)
Explore the rich history and role of refined grain enrichment and fortification in improving public health.
Do Refined Grains Have a Place in a Healthy Dietary Pattern? Perspectives from an Expert Panel Consensus Meeting (October 2020)
Emerging research suggests that certain refined grains can be part of a healthy diet. A scientific expert panel reviewed studies since the 2015 Dietary Guidelines, focusing on nutrient intake, diet quality, grain enrichment/fortification, and links to weight outcomes.
Perspective: Whole and Refined Grains and Health Evidence Supporting “Make Half Your Grains Whole” (May 2020)
Dietary guidelines encourage consumers to “make half their grains whole,” yet debates continue about refined grains and grain-based foods (GBFs). This article counters misconceptions, advocating for a balanced intake of whole-grain foods (WGFs) and refined-grain foods (RGFs).
