Video Post: Wholegrains - What to look for & why they matter
- nicciann1
- May 28, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 2, 2025
The latest National Diet and Nutrition Survey reveals that most of us aren't achieving the UK Government's daily fibre recommendations for health. One of the best ways to help meet the recommendations is to choose wholegrain foods more often than the refined counterparts - think wholegrain rice, bread or pasta. Other examples of wholegrains include oats, quinoa, rye, whole-wheat wholegrain couscous and plain air-popped popcorn.
We've all seen or purchased 'brown' products that look like they're wholegrain - but how do you know if you're actually getting the real benefits of wholegrains?
In this quick 1-minute video, I share a few quick tips to help you:
spot the difference between 'marketing' and the real deal
make confident choices at the supermarket
understand why wholegrains are a smart everyday swap
Watch now to learn what to look for - and why it matters.
Not sure what counts as a wholegrain?
Don't worry - you're not alone. I'll break it down in just over 60 seconds, with a tip you can use straightaway. And if in doubt, you can always check the ingredients list or contact the manufacturer - they're always happy to help.
