# Whole Grain Wholegrain WHAT EXACTLY IS WHOLE GRAIN? ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-whole-grain.webp "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/icon-buble.webp "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-grain--front-1.svg "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-grain--front-2.svg "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-grain--back-1.svg "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-grain--back-2.svg "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-grain--back-3.svg "Cereal grain") ![Cereal grain](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/themes/custom/nestlecpw/images/image-grain--back-4.svg "Cereal grain") + ## The bran Fiber, vitamins and minerals + ## The starchy center Carbohydrates & vitamins + ## The nutritious core Protein, vitamins and minerals Every grain grows whole grain but a grain is only whole grain if it has all three parts intact which are all full of nutrients. ## IMPORTANCE OF WHOLE GRAIN Here is why it's important to eat whole grain in our day-to-day diet: whole grain is much more than fibre, it contains carbohydrates, proteins, some lipids and B vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. You can find at least 8g of whole grain per 30g serving from any of our breakfast cereals with the Nestlé® Green Banner! ## WHY WE CARE ABOUT whole grain? Like you care for them, at Nestlé® Breakfast Cereals we care for our grains. That's why we’ve made whole grain the number one ingredient in all of our breakfast cereals with the green banner. The bold, bright green banner with the whole grain tick on our cereal packs shows our commitment to making it as easy as possible for you and your family to get tasty whole grain every morning. Wherever you see the green banner, you can be sure the breakfast cereal contains at least 8 grams of whole grain in each 30g serving Guaranteed. ## Always look out for the Green Banner! ![Always look out for the Green Banner!](/my/sites/g/files/qirczx916/files/styles/3_2_992px_width_/public/2022-07/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2872%29_0.png.webp?itok=ra5FJaE5) ## WHY WHOLE GRAIN? Whole grain provides a range of vitamins, minerals, fibre, starch and other nutrients – that’s why it’s often recommended we eat three to five servings of cereals and cereal-based products a day, and at least half of them from whole grains \[¹\]. When we wanted to know what people around the world think of whole grain, we asked them. We spoke to more than 16,000 people from 11 countries about the [importance of whole grain](https://wholegrainscouncil.org/whole-grains-101/how-much-enough/whole-grain-guidelines-worldwide) 8 out of 10 people we spoke to think it's important to eat whole grain. But the same number of people don't know how much whole grain they should eat each day. Less than half of the people we talked to think they eat enough whole grain. And over a third said people do not know where to find whole grain. Fortunately, breakfast is a good way to get some whole grain first thing in the morning. So we’re always working behind the scenes to make sure our whole grain cereals give you and your family a daily dose of the good stuff. ## BENEFITS OF whole grain ![BENEFITS OF whole grain - Nutritious](/my/sites/g/files/qirczx916/files/styles/1_1_768px_width/public/2022-08/Benefits%20of%20Wholegrain%20Nutritious_4.png.webp?h=334794a6&itok=QT9_v0L4) Nutritious: Whole grains mean you are getting all 3 parts of the grain in the same proportions as they are naturally found - this includes the outer bran, the starchy centre and the core, all bringing a unique combination of nutrients to our whole grain cereals! All our products with the green banner have whole grain as the number one ingredient meaning they are also a source of fibre and recommended as part of a nutritious and balanced diet. ![BENEFITS OF whole grain - Tasty](/my/sites/g/files/qirczx916/files/styles/1_1_768px_width/public/2022-08/Benefits%20of%20Wholegrain%20Tasty_4%20%281%29.png.webp?h=334794a6&itok=mITS85A5) Tasty: Over the last 30 years, our teams have worked hard to improve the nutritional profile of our cereals. We've reformulated our recipes to increase the overall amount of whole grain and consequently fibre while significantly improving the average amount of sugar and salt. All while keeping the same great taste! Keeping our whole grain breakfast cereals delicious over time is a key priority for our teams. ![BENEFITS OF whole grain - Responsible](/my/sites/g/files/qirczx916/files/styles/1_1_768px_width/public/2022-08/Benefits%20of%20Wholegrain%20Responsible_4%20%281%29.png.webp?h=334794a6&itok=6ZbkSp--) Responsible: From field to bowl, we take responsibility at each step of the way about how we select ingredients , how we produce the whole grain cereals you love, how we pack them and how they are transported to customers. ![What is Whole Grain?](/my/sites/g/files/qirczx916/files/styles/1_1_768px_width/public/2022-07/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2858%29.jpeg.webp?h=c5655b5e&itok=PV-XgZo-) ## What is Whole Grain? (And Where do You Find It?) Whole grains are complete grain. Unlike refined grains, none of its parts has been taken away (except the inedible parts, such as hull and husk). Whole grains mean you are getting all 3 parts of the grain in the same proportions as they are naturally found - this includes the outer bran, the starchy centre and the core, all bringing a unique combination of nutrients to our cereals! ## Where can you find whole grain? ### Whole grain can be found in: -Wholemeal bread. -Wholewheat pasta. -Brown rice. -Porridge made with whole grain oats. -Whole grain breakfast cereal. You'll need to check the label. And always look out for the Green Banner. [![Working to Make Breakfast Better!](/my/sites/g/files/qirczx916/files/styles/1_1_768px_width/public/2022-06/Working%20to%20Make%20Breakfast%20Better.jpg.webp?h=8fb95f28&itok=Astj_QNq)](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/my-en/nutrition) ## [Working to Make Breakfast Better!](https://www.nestle-cereals.com/my/my-en/nutrition) Your voice is leading the way to make breakfast better every day and helping us to provide a more nutritious breakfast option. [READ MORE](/my/my-en/nutrition) ## Foot note \[1\] Malaysian Dietary Guidelines (2020). Eat Adequate Amounts of Rice, Other Cereals, Whole Grain Cereal-Based Products and Tubers. https://hq.moh.gov.my/nutrition/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Web%20MDG.pdf ## Any questions? ### Why are cereals fortified? When cereals are ‘fortified’, it means they contain added vitamins and minerals to help our body work well. One serving of a Nestlé® fortified cereal can help your family get the vitamins and minerals they need every day. [Read more here](/my/my-en/nutrition/fortified-cereal) ### Is breakfast cereal healthy? Breakfast is part of a healthy and balanced diet, and Nestlé® Breakfast Cereals are both nutritious and tasty with: • 100% of our cereals with “Wholegrain as No.1 Ingredient” • 100% of the portfolio with source of fibre • 80% of our cereals contain at least 4 vitamins and 2 minerals. • 100% of our cereals have equal to or less than 2 teaspoons of sugar (~10g) per serving • 100% of our cereals have less than ⅛ teaspoon of salt (~250mg sodium) per serving ### How much reformulation work has been done? We’re proud of our products, but always look for ways to improve their nutritional profile. Over the last 19 years we've reformulated our portfolio to bring more whole grain & fibre, less salt & sugar, and reduce usage of artificial colors & flavors. [Read more](/my/my-en/our-promises/better-food) ### What minerals and vitamins does Nestlé® enrich its breakfast cereals with? Most Nestlé® breakfast cereals are usually fortified with a minimum of 5 vitamins (B2, B6, niacin or B3, pantothenic acid or B5 and folic acid or B9), and 2 minerals (calcium and iron). [Read more here.](/my/my-en/nutrition/fortified-cereal) ### Why do you have oil in your cereals? While half of our European portfolio doesn’t contain any oil (mainly our flakes) the other half of our recipes feature oil on the ingredient list. Its primary use is to help in the manufacturing process: it acts as a lubricant when we are shaping the product and, helps avoiding stickiness. In some products oil plays a role in the sensory profile – how the product feels and tastes in the mouth. ### Why is whole grain important? Whole grain provides a range of benefits – fibre, carbohydrates, proteins, some lipids and B vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. You'll find at least 8g of whole grain per serving from any of our breakfast cereals with the Nestlé® Green Banner! 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