STEP TWO: WHOLE GRAINS

Our second step is going to be grains. Whole grains I should add. Whole wheat, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, etc. It is important to have whole grains in your diet, especially for those that need a low GI diet, because it has a safer effect on blood sugar and insulin. It also is high in fiber, provides healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and so on. Refined grains are highly processed and remove the bran and germ of the grain,  thus, does not provide any nutrients for ones health.

The portions you want daily from whole grains is six ounces. You could also measure half of a cup of each whole grain you have for your meals.

Grains do wonders for your body that helps reduce cholesterol, heart disease, maintain your weight which also means it helps with obesity, and type 2 diabetes. Whole grains helps the bowels function properly that also helps constipation. Whole grains are also packed with vitamins and minerals. B vitamins -thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folic acid, iron, magnesium and selenium. So with these nutrients, they help the metabolism, help form red blood cells, release energy, carry oxygen to the blood and so much more. Even if you suffer from celiac disease, there are grains that are safe to eat.


Your body needs the nutrients the earth has provided. We just need to learn moderation and figure out what our bodies need. Everyone is different and has different nutrient needs.




For those of you suffering from celiac disease, visit my father-in-law's website to the right (National Allergy and Injury Clinic). He has helped so many patients with the gluten allergy that I know he can help  you. All it takes is a leap of faith.