How to Use whole grain in a Sentence

whole grain

noun
  • Opt for whole grains rather than refined grains, such as white flour.
    — Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 4 May 2026
  • Pair it with a whole grain and a vegetable for a balanced meal.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Lunch can add legumes, vegetables or whole grains.
    — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
  • Eat whole grains like oats and quinoa to increase your fiber intake.
    — Lauren O'Connor, Health, 2 June 2026
  • Serve over brown rice or another healthy whole grain, like quinoa.
    — Caitlin Beale, Health, 1 May 2026
  • As its name suggests, sprouted whole grain bread is made from whole grains.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 May 2026
  • Phytates in whole grains and oxalates in spinach bind to iron and zinc as well.
    — Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
  • Multigrain bread can be a great choice if it’s made with whole grains and seeds and has enough fiber.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 19 July 2026
  • Whole wheat pasta is made from whole grains and may support heart health and gut health.
    — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 4 May 2026
  • Eat legumes or vegetables with either whole grains or nuts and seeds.
    — Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
  • Eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
    — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Phytates in whole grains and oxalates in leafy greens like spinach also bind to iron and zinc.
    — Allison Palmer june 9, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
  • It’s concentrated in foods like whole grains, nuts, and seeds.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 May 2026
  • For example, multigrain does not mean whole grain.
    — Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2026
  • That's because oatmeal is made with whole grains, whereas grits are made with ground corn.
    — Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Complex carbs that come from legumes and whole grains are nutrient rich and good sources of fiber.
    — Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 1 June 2026
  • This type of bread is made of refined flour, which means most of the fiber found in whole grains has been removed.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 13 June 2026
  • Opt for citrus, berries, oats, whole grains and vegetables.
    — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Think fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 30 May 2026
  • Swap out low-fiber carbs, like white bread, with high-fiber carb sources, like whole grains and starchy vegetables.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Fiber-rich foods include fruits, vegetables, whole grains (like whole wheat), and beans.
    — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 15 July 2026
  • Though technically a seed, quinoa is enjoyed as a whole grain.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 20 June 2026
  • These include fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
    — Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 4 June 2026
  • Choose options made with whole grains, at least 3 grams of fiber per slice, and lower sodium.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 May 2026
  • From fruits and vegetables to whole grains, there are plenty of ways to get more fiber every day.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 22 July 2026
  • Phytic acid is a natural substance found in whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Build your snacks with whole foods like whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, veggies and fruits, lean protein sources, and dairy.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Focus on whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 26 June 2026
  • Choose whole grains like brown rice, bulgur, or amaranth instead of refined grains such as white rice.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 25 June 2026
  • However, avoid taking it with foods such as coffee, dairy, tea, eggs, and whole grains.
    — Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 19 June 2026

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