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Inside this i ue:

• Simplify Weekly Meals
• Overcome the Sunday Scaries
• Sports Recovery Tips

• Clean Your Kitchen Like a Pro
• And more!

Busting Myths: GRAINS

You may have heard that whole grains are this processed grain with the nutrients taken If you prefer the taste of white rice to brown
super healthy, but does that mean refi ned away, so consumers get the same amount of rice, don’t choke down the whole-grain
grains are bad? Not exactly. iron and vitamins as they would from whole version or feel ashamed. Instead, add fi ber-
grains. They also can store food longer, which rich foods, like beans, berries, or nuts, to your
Refi ned grains provide a good taste and a
good amount of nutrition. reduces food waste. Unfortunately, people meals throughout the day.
who dine on refi ned grains do not get the
The milling process removes the bran and dietary fi ber lost in processing. Fiber can Source:
germ from the grain. This refi ned grain has reduce the risk of heart disease and blood https://ask.usda.gov/s/article/What-are-
lost fi ber, iron, and forms of vitamin B but cholesterol levels. It also supports healthy refined-grains

has gained a longer shelf life and a fi ner digestion. Many Americans routinely don’t get
texture. Fortunately, food producers enrich their daily recommended doses of fi ber.

All of us at Brock & Company, Inc. are dedicated to providing a healthy and enjoyable dining
experience. We’re here to answer questions and receive your comments or suggestions.
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