Swap refined grains for whole grains

Starting to replace processed foods with healthier whole foods is one of the simplest strategies to lower your consumption of processed foods. A new study published in The British Medical Journal found that consuming a high number of refined grains, such as croissants and white bread, is associated with a higher risk of major cardiovascular disease, stroke and death.

In particular, you can substitute whole grain alternatives for refined grains like white pasta, rice, bread, and tortillas, such as brown rice, whole grain pasta, bread, and tortillas. Whole grains have been demonstrated to be more nutritious and richer in fiber, as well as to be protective against diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer. It might be more successful to find innovative methods to incorporate servings of whole grains into foods that people already eat. For example, you could be using whole grain quinoa or amaranth as a base for snack foods, or incorporating whole grain into a pizza crust.