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#TrainWithGrainsTuesday Tip 13

We know how hard it is to ensure you and your family are enjoying a healthy lifestyle that includes whole grains. Every Tuesday we will release a #TrainWithGrainsTip that will help you include whole grains into your healthy lifestyle.

Our #TrainWithGrainsTip this week is:

Tip #13

Grantors bars are a healthy and tasty on-the-go snack!

Granola bars are a great on the go snack. Our Whole Grain Granola is perfect for those wanting to try their hand at making homemade granola- simply add honey, place into bar shape and let cool in the fridge to take this granola on the road. Continue reading “#TrainWithGrainsTuesday Tip 13”

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Harvest on Hold… (again)

#YourFarmers have been working hard this fall to finish up harvest, but many acres of soybeans and corn are still left standing. Combining wet grains off of wet fields can cause a lot of issues so many farmers will wait until the grains are dryer before combining. This was challenging this fall as we saw many inches of rain with little rain free days to let the grounds and plants dry out. Then, winter came early and left a whooping 10 cm of snow in some already wet fields!

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#TrainWithGrainsTuesday Tip 11

We know how hard it is to ensure you and your family are enjoying a healthy lifestyle that includes whole grains. Every Tuesday we will release a #TrainWithGrainsTip that will help you include whole grains into your healthy lifestyle.

Our tip this week is:

Tip #11

Healthy eating starts with balanced menus and portion sizes, especially when it comes to filling your plates up for meals.  It is generally agreed that a balanced plate consists of 1/4 proteins, 1/4  carbohydrates and 1/2 vegetables.

Try filling half your plate with vegetables like broccoli, lettuce, peppers or cucumbers. The other half should be split between carbohydrates like pasta, potatoes, bread, or crackers, and the rest should be proteins like fish, chicken, beef or eggs!

Swap out the proteins, carbs and vegetables depending on if it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner!

 

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#TrainWithGrainsTuesday Tip #10

We know how hard it is to ensure you and your family are enjoying a healthy lifestyle that includes whole grains. Every Tuesday we will release a #TrainWithGrainsTip that will help you include whole grains into your healthy lifestyle.

Our tip this week is:

Tip #10

This fall, choose corn to be your comfort food! Try creating some delicious food using Ontario cornmeal. When buying cornmeal, check the ingredient list for the words “whole corn.” This way, you know the product is whole grain – meaning all three parts of the grain are included: the bran, the germ and the endosperm to ensure your getting all the beneficial nutrients from the grains.

Try creating your own Skillet Cornbread or these savory Cornmeal Muffins with chives!  Serve with soup, stew or chili for a perfectly delicious fall meal.

Be sure to read our other #TrainWithGrainsTip from this fall to learn more ways to include whole grains into your lifestyle!