Understanding Grains 

Health gap in Aussie diet

Australian are not eating enough grain foods to meet their health needs, even though most think they do, says new research. Despite widespread education campaigns many Australians are still confused about the role of healthy carbohydrates and grains in their diet.

Beat diabetes with beans

New research shows that wholegrains and legumes can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by as much as 20-30%.

Go for grains

Teaching children to recognise, choose and enjoy the wide range of grain-based foods and encouraging more activity can help them stay fit and healthy and reduce their risk of serious diseases later in life, according to Accredited Practicing Dietitian, Trish Griffiths.

Experts warn, don't neglect grains

Visiting Canadian Professor Lillian Thompson, a world- renowned expert on the health properties of food has warned that Australians do not eat enough grain-based foods (such as bread, breakfast cereals, pasta) in their diet.

Grains get the green light

A recent study, "Setting the Record Straight The Role of Carbohydrates in Weight Control", dispels the misconception that eating too many carbohydrates, found in foods such as bread, will make you fat.

The grainy facts

Go Grains, Australia's leading authority on grains busts seven misconceptions about grains in a healthy diet.

Short on meal ideas with grains?

Now there's no need to struggle with variety in meal planning and grain foods.  We provide 4 delicious recipes to get you started in exploring the new world of good health with grains.