Whole Grain

Health Canada OKs Barley Beta-Glucan Health Claim

Cargill announced that Health Canada approved the use of Barliv™ barley betafiber (beta-glucan) as a novel dietary fiber in foods and beverages to help lower cholesterol. The approval was received in early January 2012. ...More
January 31, 2012
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber
Teens Need to Eat More Whole Grains

Fewer than one-third of U.S. teenagers are consuming enough whole grain foods in their diets, according to a new study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. ...More
January 31, 2012
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal
USDA Issues Final Rule on Nutrition Standards for School Lunches

USDA issues final rule on nutrition standards for school meals. ...More
January 25, 2012
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal
EFSA OKs Barley Beta-Glucan Health Claim

Cargill announced the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) panel confirmed a cause-and-effect relationship between barley beta glucans and lower/reduced blood cholesterol. The opinion paves the way for European food and beverage manufacturers to use a stronger health claim ...More
January 19, 2012
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber
Shape of Things to Come: Innovations in Pasta

By remaining adaptable in form and formulation, there’s no taste or trend that pasta can’t evolve to meet. ...More
January 17, 2012
Posted in Articles, Fiber, Sauces / Gravies / Soup
Low GI Diet Reduces Inflammation

Overweight and obese adults who consume a diet rich in slowly digested carbohydrates, such as whole grains, legumes and other high-fiber foods, significantly reduces markers of inflammation associated with chronic disease, according to a new study published in the Journal ...More
January 12, 2012
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
General Mills’ White Check Cereals Pack More Whole Grains

General Mills reached a multi-year reformulation milestone across its portfolio of Big G cereals, more than 50 cereals with the white check. Now every cereal with the white check has more whole grain than any other single ingredient with the same great taste. Whole grain is ...More
January 12, 2012
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Parents Play Role in Hispanic Kids' Weight Management

Hispanics are among the most overweight ethnic groups in the United States; however, parents can help curb obesity by adopting healthy eating, physical activity and weight-management strategies for their kids, according to a new study published in the Journal of the Academy ...More
December 28, 2011
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber
Selecting Whole Grains to Increase Fiber Intake

Many consumers are confused by the terms whole grains and fiber, which ultimately may cause them to consume more calories in their quest to increase fiber intake, according to a new three-part series examining fiber published in the journal Nutrition Today. ...More
December 28, 2011
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Five-Star Snacking

Ingredients for formulating premium snack foods. ...More
December 23, 2011
Posted in Articles, Fiber, Flavor