Whole Grains & You

Did you know?

Some nutrients (such as B vitamins and phytochemicals) can lose their potency over time. That's why our whole wheat kernels are fresh ground daily, giving you the freshest bread with the most nutrients, including:

B-vitamins, such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, biotin, pantothenic acid and B6. These vitamins help in the production of energy from carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Energy is important not only for physical activity, but to help maintain growth and repair body tissues.

Vitamin E, an important antioxidant vitamin.

Magnesium, which helps with muscle contraction and nerve transmission;

Potassium, which aids in normal fluid and electrolyte balance and help maintain normal blood pressure;

Zinc, which associates with insulin and is important in immunity, wound healing, and the ability to taste.

There are also a number of phytochemicals in whole grain bread that may help in the prevention of a variety of chronic diseases.

Simple ways to get more whole grains:

Only buy baked goods that are made from whole grains (whole wheat, corn, oat, rye, rice).

When choosing pasta, pick whole grain noodles over ones made with white flour.

When baking, exchange refined white flour to fresh ground 100% whole wheat flour.

The next time you make stuffing or bread pudding, make is using only whole grain bread.

Three savings a day! As easy as two slices of Great Harvest whole grain bread.

Whole Grain Goodness that tastes delicious, too!

Food Fun For Kids

Having a hard time getting your kids to eat whole grains?

Gradually make the switch. When making sandwiches, sneak a slice of Honey Whole Wheat on the bottom, while keeping a slice of Great Harvest White on the top.

Use cookie cutters to stamp out fun bite-sized shapes. Add cream cheese, peanut butter or whole fruit spread for the perfect healthy snack.

Try a small bowl of Great Harvest granola with milk or yogurt for breakfast. A handful of granola makes an energizing lunch bag snack, too.

Sign up your kids for a school field trip or tour to a Great Harvest bakery. They'll learn all about how we make whole grain goodness happen every day.

This brochure has been written with the help of Carla Cox, Ph.D. registered dietician, certified diabetes educator, and nutrition consultant for Great Harvest Bread Co.