Wheat around the World: Celebrating International Whole Grain Day Written on November 19, 2020. CIMMYT has put together a tasting platter of our best work on whole grains—from explainers and research highlights to a crowd-sourced cookbook. Continue reading
Against the grain: New paper reveals the overlooked health benefits of maize and wheat Written on October 16, 2020. Cereals offer greater health and nutrition benefits than commonly acknowledged, despite often being considered "nutrient-poor," say scientists. Continue reading
Whole grains Written on March 26, 2020. What they are, why they are important for your health, and how to identify them. Continue reading
Healthy diets feature both whole- and refined-grain foods, new study shows Written on November 20, 2019. Review indicates positive health impacts from diverse diets that include not more than 50% carbohydrates and the right mix of grain-based foods. Continue reading
Experts gather in Turkey to share findings on the diversity and health benefits of wheat Written on October 25, 2019. Highlights from the International Conference on Wheat Diversity and Human Health which took place in Istanbul this week Continue reading
Biofortified maize and wheat can improve diets and health, new study shows Written on June 4, 2019. New maize and wheat varieties deliver essential micronutrients to those who lack diverse diets. Continue reading
Researchers find “hotspot” regions in the wheat genome for high zinc content Written on September 17, 2018. Findings published in "Nature Scientific Reports" will improve access to more nutritious wheat. Continue reading
Scientists confirm value of whole grains and wheat for nutrition and health Written on February 15, 2018. A new scientific review shows that gluten- or wheat-free diets are not inherently healthier for most people and may cause dietary deficiencies. Continue reading