The oatmeal & oat bran are rich in dietary fibre, both soluble & Insoluble. These help in lowering cholesterol levels. Oats help in slowing down the rise in blood glucose levels after a meal & helps in delaying the absorption into the cells.
The soluble fibre forms a gel like structure while passing through the digestive tract. This increases the viscosity of the contents in the stomach & small intestine, which in turn slows down digestion & prolongs the absorption of carbohydrates into the blood stream.
This helps both the diabetics & those who want to loose weight.
Oats also have a good balance of essential fatty acids & are a good source of essential vitamins such as folic acid, thiamin & minerals such as copper, iron, manganese, zinc, magnesium & selenium. Regular consumption of oats also helps in maintaining a healthy blood pressure.
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