ISSUE 25| Dec  2017
Welcome... 
With Christmas and a brand new year just a matter of weeks away, here at GLNC we're  focused on 2018 and the trends in grains and legumes for the year to come. 
Staying on top of the latest trends and the research allows us to help guide all Australians with the best advice about healthy eating and the latest in grains and legumes. Read our article looking at some of 2018's biggest food trends here. We find out whether sprouting really is worth the hype, plus you can catch up on all the new research by checking out our news bites.
Our recent bread audit revealed some interesting facts too. Since our last audit in 2014 there are 20 more whole grain breads on the market and 20 fewer white loaves - a sign that Aussies are starting to enjoy grainier bread. And with so much of the research pointing to their benefits, choosing whole grain is just one of the things you can do to ensure you head into the New Year with good health on your side. Find out more here about the breads on Australian supermarket shelves.
Finally, f ollow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram   for our top tips  on including whole grains, fibre-rich foods and legumes into your festive food plan with the minimum of fuss.  
Wishing all our subscribers a happy & safe Christmas and a healthy 2018!
Best wishes,
Sara
Dr Sara Grafenauer
General Manager
InFocus
What's On Trend for 2018?
With a brand new year just around the corner we're taking a look at the biggest new food trends for 2018. Starting with the growth of the plant based market to the rise of snackification. What will manufacturers be doing in 2018? Most importantly, what will we be eating? Stay tuned for the next edition of our trends report in the February issue of Balance.
ResearchInsights
Are Sprouted Grains Worth the Hype?
Last year, sprouting was predicted to be one of the biggest food trends for 2017 and over the year we've seen them popping up in all sorts of foods, including breakfast cereals, breads and bars. But is sprouting worth our while? We take a look at the latest  evidence on this  new trend!  >> Read more here.
What's Happening on Australian Supermarket Shelves?
We've been scouring the shelves of the biggest Australian supermarkets to find out just what's happening in the bread category. And our data showed that it's great news, with more whole grain products on shelf, 68% of breads containing at least 5g of fibre and 3/4 of white loaves offering 5g of protein or more! 
 
Give the Gift of Good Health this Christmas!
Subscribe to Healthy Food Guide magazine with a special offer of $59 for 12 issues. That's $19 off the usual cover price and you receive the magazine to your door every month! Every issue of HFG is packed with delicious, dietitian-approved recipes and practical ideas from the experts. It's a great Christmas gift too, so why not give the gift of good health this year!  
Spotlight 
Edgell Launches NEW Pinto Beans 
Looking for a tasty new legume to add to your repertoire? Delicious, nourishing and versatile, Pinto Beans are the perfect addition to salads, casseroles, dips or your favourite Mexican meal. Or use them as a quick addition to your one pot meal or soft shell tacos.
What's the goodness in Edgell Pinto Beans?
They're high in fibre and they have a health star rating of 5 stars! Find them in Woolworths and independent supermarkets in the canned vegetable aisle.
Are Whole Grains Important for Mental Wellbeing?
In the newest edition of Uncle Tobys Breakfast Bites, created specially for dietitians, you can access:
  • The diet and mental wellbeing connection: update your knowledge on this hot topic in an exclusive interview with leading expert, Professor Felice Jacka, Director of the Food and Mood Centre at Deakin University
  • Recipe Inspiration: from The Gourmet Pommies Will & Steve, including downloadable recipes
  • New ways to use oats: delicious recipes to enjoy the goodness of oats all year round
I N THIS ISSUE:
I N FOCUS:
>> What's on Trend for 2018?
FOOD NEWS 
>> Are Sprouted Grains Worth the Hype?
>> What's Happening on Australian Supermarket Shelves?
SPOTLIGHT
>> Edgell Launches NEW Pinto Beans
>> Are Whole Grains Important for Mental Wellbeing?
ResearchBites
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As part of GLNC's role to review the latest science on grains and legumes, we provide a snapshot of the latest research.
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