Canadian Wheat
Nutrition Initiative (CWNI)
Brought to you by the Canadian Wheat Nutrition Initiative (CWNI), What About Wheat? is Canada’s trusted source for science-based information about wheat nutrition, making it simple to understand how wheat foods—from pasta and roti to tortillas, noodles, and bread—fit into a healthy diet.
What About Wheat? is also where nutrition professionals and the public can discover Canada’s wheat story and the journey it takes to get from farm to plate.
The CWNI is supported by a Science Advisory Council made up of food and nutrition professionals, and managed by Cereals Canada along with Alberta Grains, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission, Manitoba Crop Alliance, Grain Farmers of Ontario, and Canadian National Millers Association, with support from Synthesis Agrifood Network.
When it comes to food, there is so much information on health and nutrition, it can be challenging to know who to trust. What about Wheat? provides clear, evidence-based answers so Canadians can feel confident including wheat foods in their meals. Every What About Wheat? article is created with input from nutrition experts and reviewed by the Scientific Advisory Council.
You won’t find recipes at What About Wheat? but you will find information on wheat nutrition and health, practical tips for cooking and baking with wheat flour, Canada’s grain journey: from farm to table, and an expert-vetted FAQ.
What About Wheat? also provides in-depth resources for health professionals. Dietitians and nutrition professionals can turn to What About Wheat? for the latest evidence and peer-reviewed research on key areas of wheat and health, including diabetes, heart and gut health, fibre, gluten, enrichment and fortification, and whole grains.
Explore the FAQ for answers to the most common questions: