Whole grains are a pretty misunderstood food group, especially considering how (unnecessarily) carb-phobic we all are right now! Let’s be clear: your body was designed to run on carbs. As a registered dietitian with a new cookbook on gut health, I’ve got to tell you that carbohydrate-containing plant foods are some of our most nutrient-dense choices and the foundation of an anti-inflammatory eating pattern.Whole grain foods aren’t the only thing with carbs: avocados, lentils, and kale also contain carbohydrates!