Know Your Grains
The edible seeds of certain plants that belong to the grass family
Grains
This is the outer covering that acts like a "Shield" to protect the grain from damage
Bran
Grains are primarily known for providing this nutrient, which gives you energy
Carbohydrates
Made from ground white or yellow corn
Corn starch
This grain is often used as a starch replacement for potatoes in meals
Rice
This grain is eaten in sushi and is common throughout most of the world
Rice
This part is the "Storehouse" filled with carbs and protein to feed the baby plant
Endosperm
The endosperm is mostly made of this, but it sadly lacks vitamins and minerals.
Starch
Made from more than one type of grain
Multigrain
list 2 of the 6 whole grains
Wheat, Corn, Oats, Rice, Barley, Rye
This grain is typically rolled, when prepared it makes a hot cereal
Oats
This part contains the embryo (The actual seedling plant)
Germ
This category of vitamins help with energy metabolism
B vitamins
Refined starch obtained from the endosperm of the corn
Corn starch
Corn isn't just for eating. Name the byproduct of corn that can be used as a fuel for cars
Ethanol
This grain is known for having the highest percentage of protein and is the MVP for making bread
Wheat
This specific part of the grain is one of natures best sources of food fiber
Bran
This is not a vitamin or mineral, but is found in the bran of the grains and helps reduce the risk of constipation
Fiber
This rice has been cooked, rinsed, and dried by a special process before packaging; can be prepared In a matter of minutes
Instant (Minute) Rice
Three parts of a grain
Bran, Germ, Endosperm
This grain has a very strong flavor and makes a bread that is dark, dark brown
Rye
This section contains fat, meaning it needs to be kept cold so it doesn't spoil
Germ
These are added when a refined grain is "Enriched" or "Fortified"
B vitamins
This grain products is made by grinding wheat kernels into a fine powder and is commonly used to make bread, cakes, and pasta
Flour
How much grain should a high school student eat every day?
7 Oz (~3/4 Cup)