This document summarizes the health benefits of various cereal products as functional foods. It discusses common cereals like wheat, rice, oats, barley and corn. Wheat bran contains fiber, proteins and antioxidants. Rice bran is high in nutrients and contains antioxidants that can lower cholesterol. Oats are high in soluble fiber and have cholesterol-lowering properties that may reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Cereals provide important nutrients but also have properties like antioxidants, fiber and minerals that promote health and reduce disease risk when consumed regularly.