Pearled barley is partially refined, which cuts down on cooking time but also reduces the fiber and nutrient content. For blood sugar management, opt for whole-grain barley—also called hulled ...

Women who ate more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains had significantly lower odds of developing breast cancer than those consuming refined plant foods and sugar-laden diets. A new study conducted ...

Meanwhile, breakfast cereals made from refined grains, where the nutrient and fibre-rich bran and germ layers have been stripped away, may also have fewer benefits. While studies have shown that ...

Whole grains contain all three parts of the grain kernel: the germ, the endosperm, and the bran. Compared to refined grains, which have their germ and bran removed, whole grains are higher in ...