Natural Cures Not Medicine: Health Benefits of the Humble Oat
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Health Benefits of the Humble Oat


Oats have been made into nutritious and delicious meals for hundreds of years.  Some of the health benefits that eating oats can provide are:

  • Lower cholesterol levels in the fight against heart disease
  • Contains its own unique antioxidant compounds avenanthramides, known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Enhance immune response to infection by aiding the body to respond more quickly and eliminate bacteria
  • A great natural breastfeeding aid which can help increase milk supply
  • Whole grains are renowned in the prevention of heart failure
  • Beta-glucan and magnesium, found in oats, have been reported to stabilize blood sugar and substantially lower type 2 diabetes risk
  • The fibre contained in oats is thought to protect against breast cancer
  • Studies have shown that children who consume whole grains significantly decrease their risk of childhood asthma
 There are many different ways to include them in your diet.  They are ideal as a breakfast cereal, in cookies, bread recipes, soups, stews, casseroles and face masks.



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