Best Buys in Grain Products
- Make at least half of your grain products whole grain each day.
- Choose grain products that are lower in fat, sugar or salt.
Breads
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- Day-old breads and buns. If they get stale, heat in the oven for a short time to make into croutons or breadcrumbs.
- “No name” or store brands.
- Bread on special. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Pre-packaged bagels and rolls.
Tip! Look for “whole grain” flour as the first ingredient on the list of ingredients. It has more fibre and is your best nutritional value.
Breakfast Cereals
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- No name" or store brands.
- Larger packages.
- Unsweetened instead of sweetened cereals.
Tip! Cereals made from whole grains (oat, wheat, corn) are a good source of fibre. Look for those with 4 grams or more of dietary fibre per serving.
Pasta, Rice, & Grains
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- Pasta and rice on special or in bulk. It keeps for a long time when stored in a dry place.
- Couscous, bulgur or millet in bulk. They also add variety to your diet.
More Expensive Items
- Specialty breads (e.g. pumpernickel, rye, pita, sour dough) may cost up to twice as much but they provide variety and are still relatively inexpensive.
- The more processed the product (e.g. crackers, pre-seasoned noodles and rice preparations), the more expensive they are.
- Store-made bakery products (e.g. donuts, muffins and croissants) are expensive and are higher in fat and sugar.
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