What’s the Big Deal About Whole Grains? 

   The size of your belly, for one!  Stripping beneficial components from whole grains has a cascade of negative health consequences, including a practically direct line to fat storage around the waist.  According to a recent study from Tufts University, those who eat lots of white bread store more fat around the middle than those who eat whole grains.

   The results of their study showed that refined wheat flour products contribute more to a big waistline than alcohol, sweets, meat, and potatoes!  People who ate refined grains added an average of ½ inch per year to the beltline—3 times as much as those who ate whole grains. 

Whole In One

   Nature’s stroke of genius can help you stay in the swing of things.  Whole grains, like the oats in Heart Thrive, contain just the right amount of healthy oils. The bran slows down the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream and is a good source of fiber, which promotes healthy bowel function. Bran and germ contain naturally occurring vitamins and minerals.

Another reason to tell your friends about Heart Thrive:

   To keep them around longer. Good friends are hard to find. The risk of heart disease is greater for those who carry extra weight around the middle. Those who don’t carry their extra pounds at the waist are less likely to suffer heart disease than their same-weight counterparts who do. As little as three servings a day of whole grains will cut the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, and might help you reach your ideal weight.