Oh Oats!

Oats provide the best amino acid balance of all grains; a high lipid content to retain moisture; minerals for stronger skin, hair, and nails, plus an assortment of B vitamins to reduce stress and anxiety.

They have more water soluble fiber than other grains, which forms a thick mucilaginous gel which absorbs and moves excess sugars and fats through the body. By slowing the absorption of glucose (sugar) in the blood and moving cholesterol out of the body, it helps to stabilize blood glucose levels and lower cholesterol for a healthier heart and body.

The anti-inflammatory property of oats is due to its high lipid content, which softens and heals dry, irritated, itchy skin. Oats are a category 1 over-the-counter (OTC) monographed human protective drug. Meaning, it helps the skin do what it’s supposed to do. Oats increase the skin’s protective barrier, keeping water in, and bacteria, pathogens, poison oak, and fungus out!

Having oats everyday benefits the body and the heart! A hearty bowl of oatmeal each morning contributes to losing weight, as well as lowering cholesterol which prevents the arterial from hardening which contributes to coronary artery disease. Oats contain magnesium, iron, and thiamin.

Enjoy the many virtues that oats have to offer! Bon appetit!