Oats is a herbaceous plant which yields a cereal grain rich in beneficial properties. Oats can be enjoyed either in the form of flakes that naturally. From oats you can also get a great vegetable milk.
Until a few years ago, oat was used mainly as feed for animals, but now the rediscovery of its virtues helped get it on our tables.
Properties and benefits
If we consider its nutritional properties, the Oat grains are made for 60-70% from starch and other carbohydrates. Proteins make up 14% of the grain and the 7% fat.
Oats are the most corn protein and essential fatty acids, such as linoleic acid.
The high content of soluble fiber is important to appease your appetite and also oats contain many B vitamins, enzymes, minerals, such as calcium and phosphorus, trace elements and avenin, a substance useful for supplying energy and maintain balance in the nervous system.
Oats are easily digested and does not cause blood sugar surges, so it's suitable for diabetics, and also can be great for those suffering from celiac disease as it is well tolerated.
Additionally, oats, besides being free of cholesterol, is rich in beta-glucan, a soluble fiber known to favour the maintenance of normal levels of cholesterol. beta-glucan 3 g per day can help you maintain normal cholesterol levels.
Particularly important are some compounds contained in this cereal: the avenantramidi. Are anti-inflammatory, which can protect against cancer, because they prevent the development of cancerous cells. Oats is also important because it provides the essential amino acids, which are necessary for the formation of proteins.