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xAmazing Benefits of Rolled Oats
Here are some amazing benefits of Rolled oats :
Oats have a well-balanced nutrient profile. You will find oats to be high in carbohydrates and fiber, including the powerful fiber beta-glucan. They are also higher in protein and fat than many other grains. Oats are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant plant compounds. It means that oats are one of the most nutrient-dense foods available.
2. Oats are Rich in Antioxidants
Whole oats are full of antioxidants and polyphenols, which are beneficial plant compounds. The most notable antioxidants are avenanthramides, which you can almost entirely find in oats. Avenanthramides may reduce the risk of heart disease by increasing nitric oxide production. This gas molecule aids in the dilation of blood vessels, resulting in increased blood flow. Furthermore, avenanthramides have anti-inflammatory and anti-itching properties. You can also find ferulic acid in high concentrations of oats. It is another type of antioxidant.
3. Rolled Oats Contain a Powerful Soluble Fiber
Oats are high in beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber. In the gut, beta-glucan partially dissolves in water and forms a thick, gel-like solution. Reduced LDL and total cholesterol levels, reduced blood sugar and insulin response, increased feeling of fullness, and increased growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract are all health benefits of beta-glucan fiber.
4. Oats can Lower Cholesterol Levels
Globally, you will find heart disease to be one of the leading causes of death. And high blood cholesterol remains a vital risk factor. Many studies have also shown that beta-glucan fiber found in oats can help lower total and LDL cholesterol levels. Beta-glucan may increase the excretion of cholesterol-rich bile, lowering circulating cholesterol levels in the blood. Another critical step in the progression of heart disease is the oxidation of LDL (the “bad”) cholesterol, which occurs when LDL reacts with free radicals. It causes artery inflammation, damaged tissues and increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. According to one study, antioxidants in oats work in tandem with vitamin C to prevent LDL oxidation.
5. Oats can Improve Blood Sugar Control
Diabetes type 2 is a common disease characterized by significantly elevated blood sugar levels. It usually gets caused by a decrease in insulin sensitivity. Oats help lower blood sugar levels, particularly in overweight people or those who have type 2 diabetes. They might also help with insulin sensitivity. These effects are primarily attributed to beta-ability glucans to form a thick gel, which delays stomach emptying and glucose absorption into the blood.
6. Oats Help You Stay Full Longer
Oats are not only a delicious breakfast food but also very filling. Consuming filling foods may assist you in eating fewer calories and losing weight. The beta-glucan in oatmeal may increase your feeling of fullness by delaying the time it takes your stomach to empty of food. Beta-glucan may also stimulate the release of peptide YY (PYY), a hormone produced in the gut in response to food consumption. This satiety hormone has been linked to lower calorie intake and may lessen your risk of obesity.
Uses for Rolled Oats
1. Got dirty hands? Make a thick paste of ground oats and water and scrub-a-dub-dub.
2. Got really dirty hands? Swap the water for milk, which helps better lift dirt and grime.
3. Cleanse Your System: If you’re a little backed up (yep, we’re going there), rolled oats will help cleanse your system, relieving constipation and bloating.
4. Cleanse your itchy or irritated skin with an oatmeal bath. I like to add fresh lavender flowers as well for a seriously relaxing and soothing self-care sesh.
5. Heal Skin: Speaking of itchy – if you rubbed up against a poison plant on one of your adventures, apply a paste of rolled oats and water to the affected area. Keep reapplying as needed.
6. Oat Milk: Ran out of milk for your smoothie? Blend a ½ cup of rolled oats with 1 cup of water until it’s a creamy oat milk, then add the rest of your smoothie ingredients.
7. Summer Oatmeal: Enjoy cold oats for a delicious, power-packed summer breakfast. Combine rolled oats, peanut butter, milk, nuts, dried berries, seeds, and fresh fruit of your choice in a cereal bowl and enjoy!
8. Oat Flour: Blend dry rolled oats in a food processor until you have a fine powder – use this flour in your baking for a sweet, nutty flavor.
9. Boost Your Immunity: The beta-glucan, zinc, and selenium in rolled oats can help you out during flu season by boosting your immunity and protecting you against disease.
10. Combat Cancer: Did you know the antioxidants in, and anti-inflammatory properties of, rolled oats can help prevent and combat cancer?
11. Soothing Eye Mask: Create a paste out of ground oats, warm milk or water, and honey, and apply to closed eyes for a soothing eye mask that’s perfect for relaxing before bed.
12. Acne Treatment: How about a natural acne treatment? Boil oats and water until they’re sticky, allow to cool completely, and then apply to problem areas to help soak up excess oil and dirt.
13. Homemade, All-natural Moisturizer: combine a ratio of 2:1 rolled oats to milk or water, then add a dollop of Manuka honey. Apply to dry skin and allow it to absorb for 5-10 minutes before wiping off with a warm cloth.
14. Time to exfoliate! Oats offer a wonderfully gentle exfoliant for sensitive skin. I like to combine ground rolled oats with bentonite clay, add a touch of water until it creates a paste, and gently scrub.
15. Healthy, shiny hair? Yes, please! Combine ½ cup of milk with 3 tablespoons of oats, 1 tablespoon of Manuka honey, and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Apply to scalp and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing out.
Recipes of Rolled Oats
Here are some simple recipes to make Rolled Oats :
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