Grains

A Whole Lot of Information for Whole Grains Month

Maria Portelos-Rometo

Did you know that September is Whole Grains Month? And, did you know that the federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans tell us that at least half our grains should be whole grains? And, do you know the parts of a whole grain? Or, the nutritional role of those parts? Or, how whole grains differ from […]

Beer in space: UF researchers study microgravity’s effect on fermentation

Megan Winslow

A recently published study by University of Florida researchers provides insight into how beer yeast might behave when fermented in outer space. While the concept may initially sound trivial, it has far-reaching applications, according to the study, a collaboration between researchers from the UF/IFAS food science and human nutrition department and the horticultural sciences department. […]

Grocery Shopping for Your Health: Rice, pasta, and other grains

In our last post in the “Grocery Shopping for Your Health” series, we focused on nuts, peanuts, and peanut butter. Today, we move on to rice, pasta and other grains. Pasta is one of those fast, inexpensive and easy meals to prepare, especially if you don’t have the time or desire to make your own […]