Oats: 5 health benefits when consumed daily

Oats have become an important component of the diet in recent years thanks to its beneficial properties for health.

Oats belong to the cereal family and are rich in B vitamins, minerals and trace elements such as iron, manganese and calcium and fiber (β-glucans), which protect the cardiovascular and digestive systems.

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Oatmeal is rich in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant vitamin that helps the body better manage fat.

Its high fiber content helps maintain normal bowel function and is suitable for people with digestive problems and / or constipation.

An entire oat seed contains endosperm, kernel and husk (bran).

Oat bran contains only the bran of the seed, while oat flakes come from the whole seed so it belongs to the whole grain cereals. Oatmeal is also known as oatmeal.

See below 5 important health benefits of daily oatmeal consumption:

Benefits bowel function: Regardless of the form consumed, oats are pure fiber, which during digestion acts like a sponge and absorbs a large amount of fluid. This facilitates bowel movements and prevents constipation.

Causes a feeling of fullness: Oats work like a sponge, ie they absorb moisture and double its volume in the stomach, causing a feeling of fullness and leaving less space for food. This reduces the feeling of hunger.

Helps with weight loss: Because it increases the feeling of fullness, you are less likely to snack between meals and thus reduces the risk of weight gain. Research has shown that people who replaced their regular breakfast with a bowl of oatmeal and walked for 15-30 minutes daily lost about a pound a week without changing their eating habits.

Reduces the risk of heart failure: Oatmeal has been found to lower LDL "bad" cholesterol, which is linked to heart disease. It is rich in polyphenols, known as antioxidants, and especially in a group of antioxidants called avenanthramides, which have been linked to lowering blood pressure levels and increasing the production of nitric oxide, which helps dilate blood vessels, improving blood flow.

Rich in nutrients: Oats have a high content of essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. One serving (½ cup) of oatmeal covers the following percentages of daily needs: - Manganese: 191% - Phosphorus: 41% - Magnesium: 34% - Copper: 24% - Iron: 20% - Zinc: 20% - Folic acid: 11% - Vitamin B1 (thiamine): 39% - Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid): 10% - Calcium, potassium, vitamin B6 and B3 (niacin) In addition gives: 51 grams of carbohydrates, 13 grams of protein, 5 grams of fat and 8 grams fiber.