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Cereal grain is a staple food that provides more food energy worldwide than any other type of crop. [5] Corn (maize), wheat, and rice account for 87% of all grain production worldwide. [6] [7] [8] Just over half of the world's crops are used to feed humans (55 percent), with 36 percent grown as animal feed and 9 percent for biofuels. [9]
Vitamins and minerals: must be obtained from food because they are not produced in our body. They are provided by a diet containing healthy fats, healthy protein, vegetables, fruit, milk and whole grains. [29] [27] Pay attention to the carbohydrates package: the type of carbohydrates in the diet is more important than the amount of carbohydrates.
Cereal grain is a staple food that provides more food energy worldwide than any other type of crop. [19] Corn (maize), wheat, and rice account for 87% of all grain production worldwide. [20] [21] [22] Just over half of the world's crops are used to feed humans (55 percent), with 36 percent grown as animal feed and 9 percent for biofuels. [23]
The DGA recommends that at least half of the total grains you eat in a day come from 100% whole grains. It’s recommended that adults consume at least three 1-ounce servings of whole grains per day .
A whole grain is a grain of any cereal and pseudocereal that contains the endosperm, germ, and bran, in contrast to refined grains, which retain only the endosperm. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] As part of a general healthy diet , consumption of whole grains is associated with lower risk of several diseases.
My Plate is divided into four slightly different sized quadrants, with fruits and vegetables taking up half the space, and grains and protein making up the other half. The vegetables and grains portions are the largest of the four. A modified food pyramid was proposed in 1999 for adults aged over 70. [10] [11]
An emphasis on whole grains; Dairy products that are either fat-free or low fat, including milk, yogurt, cheese, and fortified soy beverages; Protein foods to include seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, legumes (beans and peas), and nuts, seeds, and soy products [23] Limit these in diet: Trans fats; Saturated fats to less than 10% of calories
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