Oats are whole grains that contain important minerals, vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.
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1: Oats are highly nutritious
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Nutrients / % Daily Value
Magnesium: 13.3% of the DVManganese: 63.91% of DVPhosphorus: 13.3% of the DVIron: 9.4% of the DVCopper: 17.6% of the DVZinc: 13.4% of the DVFolate: 3.24% of the DVVitamin B1 : 15.5% of DVVitamin B5 : 9.07% of the DVand more
78gm (half cup) of dry oats contain
2: Rich in antioxidants
Oats contain many powerful antioxidants, including avenanthramides. These compounds help you reduce blood pressure and provide other benefits.
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3: Lower risk of heart disease
Oats helps you lower the risk of heart disease by reducing both total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, as well as by protecting LDL from oxidation.
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4: Improve blood sugar control
Due to its soluble fiber beta-glucan content, oats may improve insulin sensitivity and help lower blood sugar levels.
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5: Help you to lose weight
Eating oatmeal makes you feel more full by slowing down the emptying of the stomach and increasing the production of the satiety hormone PYY.
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6: Help with skincare
Colloidal oatmeal (finely ground oats) has long been used to help treat dry and itchy skin and relieve symptoms of various skin conditions, including eczema.
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7: Relieve Constipation
Studies show that oat bran can help reduce constipation in older adults, significantly reducing the need to use laxatives.