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Learn more about our Good For You Facts
Whole Grains
All Dare Products containing the made with whole grains symbol have been created with the entire kernel of grain (the bran, the endosperm and the germ). All three parts of the kernel play an important role in your health.
There are many types of grains such as wheat, rice, whole oats (or oatmeal), barley, corn and rye. Most whole grain products are a source of fibre and typically low in fat. Jane Dummer, Registered Dietitian suggests more people are recognizing the importance whole grains play in a healthy diet. Nutrients provided by whole grain products include carbohydrates, B vitamins (e.g. thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and folate), iron, zinc, magnesium, fibre and numerous phytochemicals. The health benefits associated with whole grain products cannot be attributed to any one nutrient. It is more likely that the nutrients work together with other naturally occurring components to provide an overall health benefit. In addition, the latest scientific research indicates that increased whole grain consumption may help reduce the risk of heart disease.
Helpful Tips
Canada’s Food Guide recommends to make at least half of your grain products whole grain each day.  To add more whole grains to your day, bake with whole wheat flour.
In most recipes you can substitute half of the white flour with whole wheat flour. As well, choose grain products that are lower in fat, sugar or salt. People can find out if a product is made with whole grain by looking for the Dare whole grain symbol or by reading the ingredient list on the package label.
Menu Planning Ideas
Start your day with Simple Pleasures Cookie Bar Oatmeal Cranberry with a piece of fruit and a yogurt for a nutritious, delicious and fast breakfast. Add hummus to Dare grainsfirst crackers for a tasty appetizer or afternoon snack. Pack the kids a package of Bare Paws Minis in the Oatmeal Mixed Berry flavour in their lunch for a great tasting, nutritious, whole grain treat.
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Fibre
The nutrient content claim is a source of fibre. This means that all Dare Products containing the source of fibre claim symbol have met the criteria set out by Health Canada. For example, Grissol Rustic Flatbreads contain 2 grams of dietary fibre per 2 pieces (30 g) portion.
Dietary fibre is made up of two types of fibre: soluble and insoluble. Both are present in varying proportions in plant foods and your body needs both types of fibre to stay healthy. Soluble fibre slows the rate of digestion and absorption. There is an abundance of research that supports the cholesterol lowering effect (total cholesterol as well as low density lipoprotein cholesterol) of soluble fibre such as oat bran and psyllium. Insoluble fibre such as whole grains and wheat bran are known to promote regularity. Jane Dummer, Registered Dietitian agrees to maintain a healthy digestive system, it is important to eat insoluble dietary fibre on a daily basis.
Helpful Tips
Many people don’t get enough fibre in their daily eating plan. How much fibre should we be getting on a daily basis? The amount of fibre we need depends on your gender, age and stage of life. For example, women (19 to 50 yrs of age) it is recommended to consume 25 grams of fibre/day and for men (19-50 yrs of age) it is recommended to consume 38 grams of fibre/day. As you add more fibre to you diet by eating more fruits and vegetables and choosing whole wheat and whole grain products, remember to add the foods slowly and drink enough fluids to assist your body in the process.
Menu Planning Ideas
Enjoy Dare grainsfirst crackers with an apple for a snack or to add as part of your lunch. Have Grissol Melba Toast Multi Fibre with minestrone soup to boost your fibre intake at lunch. Try Grissol Rusks Muesli flavour with fresh salsa as an appetizer. Pair Grissol Rustic Flatbreads Tomato and Oregano flavour with a pear chutney as a delicious snack that will boost your daily fibre intake.
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Click here for a list of products that are a Source of Fibre. |
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