If you were a child before 1990 or 2000, you probably grew up
eating white bread. Now, you're being told that white bread
isn't as good for you as whole wheat bread. Why should you
change now? Whole wheat isn't really that much better for you
than white bread...is it? So, why IS wheat bread better than
white bread? Here are a few reasons: 1. Whole wheat bread is
healthier because of the fiber that it contains. Fiber is
necessary for a healthy digestive system. It also absorbs some
of the cholesterol so that your body doesn't retain them. 2. You
feel "full" faster with wheat bread. You will be more satisfied
with an open-faced sandwich made with whole wheat than a two-
slice sandwich of white. This can really help you with weight
loss 3. Studies have shown that there's an increased risk of
children developing diabetes if they eat refined flour for a
prolonged period of time. Whole grains are absorbed into the
body more slowly. This keeps blood sugar from fluctuating and
prevents body insulin from becoming too h