White to Whole Wheat?!

So I'm doing research currently and I will hopefully do more in the near future and share it with you...but what are your weight loss experiences with changing from white carbs to whole wheat?




Personally, I don't prefer one over the other, but two of my favorite meals (buttered roll with cream cheese & Maggi noodles) are not whole wheat! (Although I learned today that there are whole wheat rolls! What?!) I'm wondering what switching my two main, white carb-filled meals to whole wheat meals (still the same food) would do for me! I wish I had a couple more of me to design an experiment ;) 


Anyway...here's some of what I found online!


"Eating whole grains can help you lose weight in many ways. Whole grains are very high in fiber and require more chewing time; thus they increase your saliva and gastric juice flow and distend your stomach. In addition, whole grains are more slowly digested and absorbed, so that they produce slow, gradual increases in blood sugar levels that lead to making you feel full for longer. That's why it's really hard to overeat something like oatmeal, but very easy to eat something made of white flour, such as French bread. Studies have shown that eating more whole grains can help you lose weight, as well as maintain a healthy weight."


"Switching from refined-wheat foods, such as white bread or pasta, to whole-grain versions can boost your weight loss by 35% and help you melt nearly 50% more body fat."


"Whole grains keep you full and are loaded with fiber. The fiber in whole grains cause a slower rise in blood sugar and does not lead to sudden dips which can cause sugar cravings. You need carbohydrates for energy but you need to limit your servings, even of whole grains, to lose weight."


All of the above are quoted from: http://www.sharecare.com/question/eating-whole-grains-help-lose-weight 




"One of the best moves you can make to boost your weight loss and improve your general well-being is to switch from white bread to whole grain wheat bread, from white rice to brown rice, and from refined white pasta to whole wheat pasta.  This step alone would lower your risk for type II diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.

Whole grains for weight loss are good especially because they are a fantastic source of fiber, which helps to support a healthy digestive system. It is also a helpful in preventing constipation and certain intestinal diseases. A high amount of fiber intake can help lead to a fast acting digestive system, raising your metabolism in the process and helping you to shed weight."

The above is from: http://www.fitwatch.com/nutrition/grains-for-weight-loss-are-they-good-or-bad-2982.html

Let me know if you've experienced anything :) 

Good night and see you in the AM!