What Are Intact Grains? Plus, Why You Should Be Eating More Of Them How to up your whole grain game. Rosie Schwartz Updated (Photo: iStock) Whole grains are chock full of key nutrients and offer a host of health benefits, such as a lower risk of heart disease, diabetes and weight gain. But not all whole grain products are created equal. Consider including intact whole grains—grains which are less processed—for even greater advantages to your health. Here’s what you need to know. What are whole grains—and what are intact grains? Whole grains are essentially the seeds...