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Grains, are a good source of complex carbohydrate, which is slower burning and provides more sustained energy than the simple sugars. These rich sources of starch and fiber are also the cheapest caloric supply for the world masses. The whole (unprocessed) grains provide a healthy amount of B vitamins, vitamin E, and many minerals.

Barley Benefits
Barley, is an excellent source of soluble fibre, and so can be effective in lowering cholesterol levels. Hulled barley, the form of the grain in which the bran is left intact, is exceptionally nutritious, especially in terms of thiamin and dietary fibre. In its most commonly eaten form, known as pearled barley, the bran is removed and the grain has less iron, manganese, phosphorus, and thiamin. Still, it's a highly nutritious and tasty food.
Canola Benefits
Canola oil contains less than half of the (bad) saturated fat of olive oil. While having a high level of cholesterol-lowering monounsaturated fat. Canola oil is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids of any leading vegetable oil. Canola oil is cholesterol-free and contains no trans fats, and is high in vitamin E, which lowers the risk of heart disease.
Flax Benefits
Flaxseeds provide an essential fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). ALA is converted by the body into the type of omega-3 fatty acids. Health benefits attributed to omega-3 fatty acids include anti-inflammatory properties and beneficial effects on high blood pressure. Omega-3s make platelets in the blood less likely to stick together and they reduce blood clotting, thereby lessening the chance of a heart attack.
Oats Benefits
Oats, are a prime source of the complex carbohydrates that help to sustain energy. They are high in protein. They offer impressive levels of selenium, thiamin, phosphorus, and manganese, and respectable quantities of copper, folate (folic acid), vitamin E, and zinc.
Rice Benefits
Rice, is a good source of B vitamins, such as thiamin and niacin, and also provides iron, phosphorus, and magnesium, plus it contains relatively high levels of the amino acid lysine. Brown rice contains four times the amount of insoluble fibre found in white rice.
Rye Benefits
Unrefined starchy foods aid disease prevention. High-fibre whole grains are also thought to lower oestrogen levels. Barley and rye have five times more fibre than other whole grains. This soluble fibre steadies blood sugar levels. It may help to avoid heart disease.
Wheat Benefits
Whole wheat is a highly nutritious food, offering a good supply of protein, B vitamins, and minerals, including iron, magnesium, and manganese.
   
 
   

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