Restaurants, schools, hospitals and other foodservice organizations are invited to participate in Whole Grain Sampling Day on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. The day highlights whole grains and celebrates outlets offering these healthy foods.  

Organized by the Oldways Whole Grains Council (WGC), a Boston-based non-profit, this single-day event challenges restaurants, supermarkets, cafeterias and even food trucks across the nation to creatively promote their whole grain choices using coupons, tastings, marketing, and social media.

Studies show that switching to whole grains lowers the risk of many chronic diseases. While benefits are most pronounced for those consuming at least 3 servings daily, some studies show reduced risks from as little as one serving daily − so every whole grain helps. Consumers know whole grains are healthy; now you can be the one to show them they’re delicious too.

Everyone is encouraged to join in the whole grain conversation on Twitter by using the hashtag #SampleWholeGrains.

Last year’s celebration prompted millions of Americans to taste a whole lot of delicious, healthy whole grains and the momentum continues in 2016. The event also helps drive traffic, sales and media attention to participating organizations.

Participation is simple and free − foodservice organizations and educators choose a plan of action that matches their goals. The Whole Grains Council provides a full suite of resources for those planning to take part in Whole Grain Sampling Day. Events and activities are listed on the organization’s website and highlighted on social media. Participants already on board for 2016 include Boloco, California Pizza Kitchen, Corner Bakery Café, Maggiano’s, McDonald’s and many more.

Restaurants, schools or other organizations interested in participating should contact Kelly Toups, WGC, at 617-896-4884 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Learn more and download Sampling Day graphics, Tweets and other resources at: http://wholegrainscouncil.org/get-involved/whole-grain-sampling-day

About Oldways and the Whole Grains Council
Oldways is a nonprofit food and nutrition education organization, with a mission to guide people to good health through heritage, using practical and positive programs grounded in science and tradition. The Oldways’ Whole Grains Council (WGC) has been working since 2003 to increase consumption of whole grains for better health, and in 2005 introduced the Whole Grain Stamp, now used on more than 10,000 products in 46 countries. The WGC's many initiatives help consumers to find whole grain foods and understand their health benefits; help manufacturers and restaurants to create delicious whole grain foods; and help the media to write accurate, compelling stories about whole grains. You can learn more about both at http://www.oldwayspt.org and http://www.wholegrainscouncil.org.