For Whole Grains Month, we are celebrating where we #spotwholegrains around town, by hosting an Instagram contest, and we need your help!

Have you seen whole grains at a restaurant? In a ballpark? At the airport?  Follow @Oldways_pt on Instagram and use the hashtag #spotwholegrains when you post photos of where you find whole grains away from home. Participants have a chance to win $100 gift cards to various restaurants & delicious new cookbooks. Learn more here.

A graduate of the Tufts University Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, and an 8-year veteran of Whole Foods Market, Caroline is an exciting new addition to our team! To learn more about Caroline, and how to make one of her favorite whole grain recipes, check out her welcome blog post.

In a study of 300 adults, researchers found that people who eat lots of fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, low fat dairy, and fish were significantly less likely to be pre-diabetic than those who eat lots of desserts, red meat, fried potatoes, mayonnaise, and solid fats. Learn more about the study here.

Southern Wild Rice Pilaf
This recipe, featuring September's Whole Grain of the Month, is inspired by food blogger and cookbook author Nicole Taylor's southern upbringing.
Bacon Sauteed Barley with Arugula
Smoky bacon and pleasantly sharp arugula round out this hearty side dish.





Freekeh Salad with Tomato and Arugula
This main dish superstar is laced with lemon and dill, and packed with fresh vegetables. The option of chicken or tuna makes it a very satisfying salad.