Happy Whole Grains Month! How much do you know about whole grains? It may seem trivial, whole grain versus processed grain, but whole grains have a wide range of benefits over their processed cousins. Test your knowledge with this Whole Grains Quiz:

Q: Which of these is not part of a whole grain:

• Bran
• Shell
• Germ
• Endosperm
• None of the above

A:  Shell – A whole grain consists of bran, germ, and endosperm.

Q: Which of these is a whole grain?

• Amaranth
• Barley
• Wheat
• Wild Rice
• All of the above

A:  All of the above – For a list of whole grains, click here.

Q: Whole grains help reduce the risk for:

• Heart Disease
• Stroke
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Gum Disease
• All of the above

A:  All of the above – Whole grains reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. They may also reduce risk for gum disease, asthma, colorectal cancer, high blood pressure, and tooth loss.

Q: How many servings of whole grains do you need each day?

• 1
• 1-2
• 2-4
• 3-5
• None

A:  3-5 servings per day

Q: How can you tell if a food is made with whole grains instead of processed grains?

• Look for the Whole Grains Council stamp
• Ask the butcher
• Ask the cashier
• Ask the stocker
• Ask your spouse

A: Look for the Whole Grains Council stamp. Every product bearing the whole grains stamp contains at least half a serving of whole grains.

Q: How much money could you win in the Whole Grains Council September Sweepstakes?

• $1,000
• $2,000
• $3,000
• $4,000
• $5,000

A: $5,000 – Click here in the month of September to enter the sweepstakes.

Q: Is “whole white wheat” a whole grain?

• Yes
• No

A: Yes: “White wheat” is bleached wheat, which is processed. “Whole white wheat” is actually a white variety of wheat that is used whole.