Grain, Cereal, and Human Health

Dear Colleagues,

Grains and cereals constitute a fundamental component of the human diet worldwide and play a critical role in supporting health, nutrition, and disease prevention. As primary sources of carbohydrates, dietary fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and a wide range of bioactive compounds, cereal-based foods contribute substantially to overall dietary quality. Increasing attention has been placed on how different types of grains may influence human health—including whole grains, refined grains, ancient grains, gluten-free cereals, and novel grain-based products. Growing evidence indicates that whole-grain consumption is associated with reduced risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers, yet the underlying mechanisms remain complex and not fully understood. At the same time, global shifts in dietary patterns, increased demand for gluten-free and low-FODMAP products, the development of functional cereal-based foods, and innovations in grain processing have all raised new questions about the nutritional and health implications of different grain varieties and cereal technologies. Moreover, individual differences, including genetics, digestive health, food intolerances, and cultural dietary practices, may modify the health effects of grain consumption.

This Special Issue, “Grain, Cereal, and Human Health,” welcomes original research articles, systematic reviews, and meta-analysis exploring the nutritional, metabolic, functional, and health-related aspects of grains and cereals. Submissions addressing mechanisms of action, dietary interventions, population-based studies, product development, and consumer behavior related to grain consumption are encouraged. We particularly invite multidisciplinary work that combines nutrition science, food technology, physiology, public health, and behavioral research.

Prof. Dr. Dominika Guzek
Prof. Dr. Frank Vriesekoop
Prof. Dr. Dominika Głąbska
Guest Editors

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