Grains 101 Bingo - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.

1. The husk protects the seed from sunlight, water, pests, & disease.
2. ENDOSPERM germ's food supply (energy, photosynthesis)
3. BRAN multi-layered outer skin that contains antioxidants, B vitamins, & fiber
4. Whole grains are the entire seed/kernel of the plant.
5. The husk is the outer inedible part.
6. -less inflammation
7. 5%= low 10%= moderate 20%= high
8. Benefits are greatest when you have at least 3 servings of whole grain daily
9. -significantly improves total cholesterol and LDL/bad cholesterol
10. -better weight management
11. Spelt is a type of wheat (hulled).
12. The average adult needs 6 ounces of grains daily.
13. Half your grains should be whole grains
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15. -reduces risks of chronic disease
16. Quinoa is an edible seed.
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18. The germ contains B vitamins, some protein, minerals, & fat.
19. GERM embryo with ability to sprout a new plant.
20. -significantly improves c-reactive protein (a measure of inflammation)
21. -lowers risk of colorectal cancer
22. Whole wheat vs. whole grain?
23. -significantly improves hemoglobin A1c (measure of blood sugar control)
24. The endosperm contains starchy carbohydrates, proteins, and small amounts of vitamins and minerals.
25. Couscous is not a type of grain; it's a type of pasta.
26. Sorghum is a cereal grain.
27. wheat, corn, rice, oats, barley, quinoa, sorghum, spelt, rye...eat in WHOLE form
28. Bulgur is made from cracked whole grains.
29. www.wholegrains council.org