Another study confirms why whole grains are good

Nothing feels quite as right for breakfast than a dollop of fresh fruit on whole, rolled oats (not processed). It's a great way to start the day right and make is tasty as well. Regarding whole grains -- are you a fan? If not, look long and hard at why.

Sure, whole grains don't taste like ice cream or cheeseburgers, but they can be every bit as tasty when accessorized with the right stuff. Thinks like fresh fruits make whole grains really palatable, and as the saying goes, "a diet rich in whole grains is heart healthy."

Researchers who recently reviewed seven major studies saw that an increase in whole grain intake was consistently linked to a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. That's enough to convince most folks, but adding some zing to those whole grains will really pump you up -- especially in the morning.