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Oats have
some unique fatty acids and antioxidants which
together with Vitamin E slow cell damage.
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Oats have been around
for centuries & a bowl of porridge has
always been considered a satisfying breakfast
in the West. The craze has also caught up
here not only because it is the best source
of soluble fibre, but also as oats are a very
versatile cooking ingredient. A serving of
oats ( half a cup, cooked) has nearly 4 grams
of viscous souble fibre(Beta Glucan). This
fibre helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the
so-called “Bad” cholesterol.
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Oats absorb the extra
fat & flush it out of the system. That
is why they cure constipation because of the
high soluble fibre & assist in regulating
gastro-intestinal functions. A
diet which is rich in oats may also help
stabilize blood glucose levels, which could
help people with non-insulin dependent diabetes.
A study at a famous University in Boston
showed that meals with oats lowered blood
pressure & total cholesterol in just
six weeks. Balancing blood sugar levels
by eating fibre-rich food can help your
mood. Porridge oats is used traditionally
as a relaxant herb & can be taken in
tincture form. This helps in nervous disorders.
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If aids to cope with ovarian
& uterine problems associated largely
associated with the onset of menopause in
women. Depression & mood swings that
affect after menopause are relieved through
a regular oat meal, because of its high
protein & fibre content. Oat meal rejuvenates
the endocrine systems & enriches sexual
pleasure because it matures the nerves.
Oats have some unique fatty
acids & antioxidants which together
with vitamin E slow cell damage & have
been shown to reduce the risk of cancer.
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Oats are low in fat & salt;
they are a good source of natural iron. Being
a good source of calcium, they are ideal for
heart, bones & nails. Oat Bran because
of its food value has received considerable
attention from the medical community for its
role in reducing blood cholesterol. In 1997,
the U.S. food & Drug Administration announced
that the fibre from oatmeal may reduce the
risk of heart disease.
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Several types of baby foods
contain oats, mainly in the form of whole
oat flour. Dry pabulum type infant food often
use just oat flour with a little barley malt
& some vitamins & minerals. The product
is “drummed” to create very thin
flakes of pabulum. Thin oat flakes are equally
useful for invalids ask for toddlers. They
can easily be swallowed & are easy to
digest. The nutrient value in 100 grams of
oats when compared to wheat is much more –
food value is 389 K cal 19% more than in wheat.
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Being partly cooked in the
mill, oats can easily be teamed with fresh
or died fruits & natural yoghurt. It can
be assimilated as a part of any meal breakfast,
lunch or dinner. Oats are a very good dessert
ingredient because they are low in sugar &
compensate for the otherwise rich ingredients.
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In an age of fast &
processed food, mothers have to be very innovative
in cooking up new dishes. Oats have the flexibility
not only because of its variety, but also
because it is half cooked. It can easily used
to make quick pastas, muffins, crossiants.
Moreover, since it substitutes for maida,
it is a healthy option any day. It can act
as a thickening agent for soups & gravies
instead of maida & replace wheat flour
in Indian cooking. In
simple Oats
is a Champion of Foods
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