Grains and Cereals: Nutrition and Varieties

Potato is a tuber, not a grain or cereal.

Wheat is the most widely cultivated grain in the world, accounting for about 20% of the world's total cereal production.

Rice is the staple food for over half of the world's population, particularly in Asia.

Quinoa is a grain that is a good source of protein, containing all nine essential amino acids.

Oats are a good source of fiber, particularly beta-glucan, which has been shown to have cholesterol-lowering effects.

Amaranth is a grain that is a good source of calcium, as well as other minerals like iron and magnesium.

Wild rice is a good source of antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.