Separating The Wheat From The Sass

Dropping body fat i.e. unwanted pounds off of your frame takes one simple step. Stop eating foods like white bread and pasta and start eating whole grain foods! I know what you’re thinking...why are whole grain breads so much better healthier than white bread? Well when white bread is processed two thirds of nutrients that are found in whole grains are stripped away.
The easiest way to make sure you are eating the right kind of foods is to check the label for the word WHOLE in the ingredient list, example: WHOLE WHEAT. The product is great if there is a stamp or seal that says it’s approved by the Whole Grains Council.
You don’t need to just eat whole wheat bread every single day to get your intake of grains. Try some whole-wheat pasta instead of your regular white variety, mix in some steamed veggies and top with your favorite low sodium, low sugar sauce and you have one sassy meal that will help you loose unwanted body fat.
So how many servings a day of whole grains should a person consume?

5 – 10 servings

This depends on the total number of calories you consume in a day.

• If you consume 1600 calories, eat 5 servings per day.
• If you consume 1800 – 2000 calories, eat 6 servings per day.
• If you consume 2200 calories, eat 7 servings day.
• If you consume 2400 calories, eat 8 servings per day.
• If you consume 2600 calories, eat 9 servings per day.
• If you consume 2800 calories, eat 10 servings per day.

One serving of grains is equal to:

• 1 slice of bread
• ½ cup cooked rice, pasta, or cereal
• 1 cup ready-to-eat dry cereal