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The Oldways Whole Grains Council is just one of the many traditional food programs at Oldways.
In fact, Oldways is perhaps most well known for creating the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid, in partnership with the Harvard School of Public Health. To learn more about traditional Mediterranean diets, which feature delicious whole grains like farro, barley, whole wheat pita, and more, see this webpage.
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Dear Friends of Whole Grains, It's our favorite time of the year, here at the Oldways Whole Grains Council. That's right... September is Whole Grains Month! While this hearty and wholesome food group is an important part of a healthy diet every day of the year, Whole Grains Month is the perfect opportunity to get out of a rut and broaden your whole grain horizons. Luckily, we've got the recipes and cooking tips you need to help you experiment with some of the "lesser known" whole grains ( see here for details). No matter how your community is celebrating, be sure to #sharewholegrains with us on Instagram (@whole_grains_council), for a chance to win $500 in our contest. Plus, at the bottom of this issue we're sharing a wide variety of deals, discounts, and whole grain specials. Lastly, remember that it's not too late to plan a Whole Grains Month event in your community. Check out this webpage to view a sample of Whole Grains Month events and activities, then use these tools to plan or bulk up your whole grain celebration. |
CURRENT EVENTS: WHOLE GRAINS MONTH CONTEST
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2/3 OF AMERICANS MAKE HALF THEIR GRAINS WHOLE!
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HEALTH: GLUTEN FREE FOODS ARE NOT HEALTHIER
In a review of over 3,200 foods, scientists found that gluten free products had significantly less protein than their gluten-containing counterparts, with few other nutritional differences, echoing previous research. Click here to learn more .
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY WG RECIPES FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL
Chicken fingers are always a huge hit with kids. Grown-ups will love these too because the quinoa coating provides extra nutrition and crunch..
Courtesty of Chef Jennifer Iserloh, Skinny Chef Culinary Services
Oatmeal-Yogurt Pancakes with Blackberry CrushOats give these pancakes a tender, ethereal texture, while the yogurt helps them rise. Let your kids dress their own stack with their favorite fruit toppings.
This is the perfect way to treat your family to a frozen dessert and pump up the servings of whole grains at the same time.
Courtesy of Chef Jennifer Iserloh, Skinny Chef Culinary Services
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NEWS FROM OUR FRIENDS - WHOLE GRAINS MONTH SPECIALS
Grainful: 30% off all Steel Cut Sides (from 9/21-9/30) online.
Shiloh Farms: 30% off select whole grain items online (deals change each Wednesday)
ShopRite and Freekehlicious are teaming up for Whole Grains Month! Enjoy a freekeh tasting and receive a free cholesterol screening at ShopRite throughout September (West Nyack, NY: 9/11 10-2, Lyndhurst, NJ: 9/12 10-2, Fair Lawn, NJ: 9/19 10-2, Wallington, NJ: 9/20 10-2, Jersey City, NJ 9/26 10-2, Hoboken, NJ 9/26 10-2. Also Ramsey, NJ 9/25 11-2 without screening) InHarvest will send an assortment of free whole grain samples to the first thirty foodservice operations that request them. Contact Loretta Duncan, Culinary Project Manager, at 218-755-8549 or [email protected].
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Best regards from all of us at the Oldways Whole Grains Council,
Director of Food and Nutrition Strategies Oldways / Whole Grains Council
Stamp Program Manager
Oldways / Whole Grains Council
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