Packed with lots of nutrients such as magnesium, vitamin B, iron and fibre, whole grains are a great way to up your energy levels and help with digestion. We spoke to Michelle Broom, Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council dietitian and Nutrition Program Manager, who gave us more reasons to love toast, muesli and brown rice again.
Get shinier hair
“Zinc is essential for making the proteins required for ongoing renewal of hair and nails, keeping your hair in top form and your nails strong,” says Broom.
Get sparkling eyes
“Whole grains contain vitamin B2 which is used by the body to form enzymes that are essential for maintaining luminous skin and eyes.”
Get stronger teeth
“Magnesium, found in whole grains, is a key part of the building blocks for teeth and bones, keeping your teeth healthy and strong.”
Get a faster metabolism
“Metabolism is the word used to explain all the chemical reactions occurring in your body to maintain a healthy body inside and out. Whole grains contain a number of nutrients essential to this process including magnesium, B vitamins and zinc.”
Get more energy
“Whole grain foods assist people in maintaining energy levels as they contain iron which helps fight fatigue and B vitamins which unlock metabolism. Some whole grains like oats and barley also contain soluble fibre which helps to even out the energy spikes and dips in a person’s day.”
What do you do to keep energised throughout the day?
