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Why Rolled Oats?
Oats are a nutritious food packed with important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. In addition, they’re higher in soluble fiber and protein compared to other grains
The nutrient composition of oats is well-balanced. They are a good source of carbs and fiber, including the fiber beta-glucan
β-Glucans are a group of biologically-active fibers or polysaccharides from natural sources with proven medical significance. β-Glucans are known to have antitumor, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, anti-allergic, anti-osteoporotic, and immunomodulation activities
Oats contain large amounts of beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber. Beta-glucan partially dissolves in water and forms a thick, gel-like solution in your gut.
The health benefits of beta-glucan fiber include:
- reduced blood glucose and insulin response
- increased growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract
- regulation of type 2 diabetes
Beta-glucan may increase the release of cholesterol-rich bile, which reduces the circulating levels of cholesterol in your blood.
Oats may also protect LDL (bad) cholesterol from oxidation.
Oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol occurs when it reacts with free radicals. This is another crucial step in the progression of heart disease.
LDL cholesterol produces inflammation in arteries, damages tissues, and can raise the risk of heart attacks and strokes
Oats are also a good source of high quality protein, with a good balance of essential amino acids
Oats contain many antioxidants, including avenanthramides. These compounds may help reduce blood pressure and have anti-inflammatory and anti-itching effects.
Type 2 diabetes is a common health condition, characterized by significantly elevated blood sugar levels. It usually results from decreased sensitivity to the hormone insulin.
Oats may help lower blood sugar levels, especially in people with obesity or who have type 2 diabetes.
These effects are mainly attributed to beta-glucan’s ability to form a thick gel that delays the emptying of the stomach and absorption of glucose into the blood.
The beta-glucan in both oats and barley may also improve insulin sensitivity. Oatmeal may help you lose weight by making you feel fuller. It does this by slowing down the emptying of the stomach and increasing the production of the satiety hormone PYY.
People of all ages and populations experience constipation. This refers to infrequent, irregular bowel movements that are difficult to pass.
Oats may decrease the risk of childhood asthma
Asthma is the most common chronic condition in kids. It’s an inflammatory disorder of the airways, the tubes that carry air to and from a person’s lungs. Although not all children have the same symptoms, many experience recurrent coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
Research indicates that early introduction of oats, for example, may actually protect children from developing asthma.
Oats are, in fact, among the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat. This means they are often considered a superfood.
