Includes bibliographical references (p. 24) and index.
Contents:
Greetings -- Grains! -- Grains come from plants -- Whole grain foods -- Field to table -- All around the world -- Grains keep you healthy -- What counts as an ounce -- Any time -- World food guides.
Summary:
Slim explores the nutritional value of the grains group in this fascinating new book. Students will learn about the long history of grain cultivation, where grains are grown today, what types of food products are made from grains (ie. pasta, rice, bread, etc.), the importance of eating whole grains, different grains grown around the world, and how much grain a person needs each day to keep healthy.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.