Made by cooking ground wheat grains in water until they form a porridge, cream of wheat makes for a healthful breakfast that's both adaptable and affordable.

Ninety percent of all allergic reactions to food are attributed to just eight foods -- wheat, including gluten, is one of them. Gluten can cause moderate to severe symptoms in people who are sensitive to it. Knowing which foods are high in gluten and how to spot it on a food label can help you avoid the allergen.

The dietary guidelines from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's MyPlate website suggest people to eat several servings of grains each day -- six ounces for women and seven for men to be exact. Adding corn tortillas to your diet helps you reach your daily recommended intake.

Oatmeal has long been a staple of the American diet, while quinoa has become widely available only within the past several years. Even though it's actually a seed, quinoa is cooked like a grain, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture considers it a part of the grain food group -- the same group that includes oatmeal.

Sushi is a Japanese food made from rice, fish, seaweed and other ingredients. Different ingredients produce different rolls, such as the California roll and Alaskan roll. According to the Sushi Sama website, the Alaskan roll includes avocado, imitation crab meat, rice, salmon and nori, which is toasted seaweed.

Costco offers pre-packaged croissants in its stores. Croissants can be a breakfast option, snack or used for sandwiches. However, these croissants are high in calories and should be consumed in moderation. Costco croissants contain 339 calories per serving, notes [LIVESTRONG's MyPlate calorie tracker app](https://www.

According to a new study that blew our minds, white bread may not actually be any worse for us than brown bread, after all.

Because of its great nutritional value — and its compatibility with dietary restrictions — quinoa is being considered by NASA as food for astronauts on long-duration space flights. Quinoa is a complete protein, so it's a wonderful addition to vegetarian or vegan diets.

English muffins and bread are grain products that have similar nutritional value. They might look different and be prepared differently, but they belong to the same food group and are a good source of carbohydrates.

Leavened and unleavened bread are nutritionally similar. Leavened bread contains baking yeast, baking powder or baking soda – ingredients that cause the dough to bubble and rise and create a light, airy product. Unleavened bread is a flatbread, often resembling a cracker.

If you're looking for a convenient breakfast on the run, it's hard to beat a bagel -- just slap on some peanut butter, or add a few veggies, and go. Cinnamon raisin bagels aren't your best choice for healthy bagels, because they're made with refined grain flour, instead of healthier flour made from whole grains.

Papayas are fruits that grow on trees that are native to the tropical regions of North and South America. When the fruit is ripe, the flesh can be eaten raw. It is sweet and juicy. Unripe green papayas are usually cooked or stir-fried; they are a common component in many stews and curries.