From the series The Road to Health… Oat Flakes

I use oat flakes in my cooking in many different ways. I prepare porridge with some fruit and plant-based drink for breakfast. I also use them to bake cakes, cookies or bread, as well as for coating meat and fish. Why do I use them so widely? You’ll find out from this post!

 

Did you know that…

• There are three types of oatmeal: instant (ready to eat without the need for cooking), rolled oats (slightly processed) and ordinary (require cooking).
• Although oat is a naturally gluten-free cereal, its processing can lead to its contamination with gluten crops. For this reason, people on a gluten-free diet should give up the consumption of oatmeal or choose gluten-free oatmeal from licensed crops.
• Oat flakes contain a lot of B vitamins and vitamin E. They are also rich in minerals such as potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, and copper.
• Oats are a good source of dietary fiber, which improves the work of the intestines and helps in the fight against constipation.
• Oats make you feel full longer, lower your appetite and help you maintain a healthy weight.
• When consumed regularly, oats help normalize cholesterol and glucose in the blood.
• However, oats also contain a lot of phytates that inhibit the absorption of minerals. To reduce the harmful effects of phytates, eat oats together with a vegetable drink or soak them earlier in water.
• Oat flakes are perfect as an addition to home face masks. Oatmeal baths alleviate the symptoms of psoriasis and allergies. They have a moisturizing, astringent, slightly exfoliating and cleansing effect. They are also great when used as a peeling.
• Oat flakes should be stored in a tightly closed container. Thanks to this, they stay fresh for up to 12 months. Storing oat flakes in open containers exposes them to moisture and mold.

 

I hope this post will encourage you to eat oats more often. You will find recipes for delicious meals with them in my blog and in my app Diet & Training by Ann.