Oats So Good! — DHS Kitchen Studio

Oats have been hallmarked forever as a super food. It’s benefits are endless! So much so that across all aisles in our supermarkets, oats are a staple bio ingredient that catch our attention. Oat cookies, oat cereals, oatmeal, oat breads. Adding oats to daily usuals like yogurts, smoothies, pancakes, muffins and protein shakes, boosts their health benefits. So what are these benefits?

Well…. Oats…

Are capable of controlling blood sugar levels.

Oats are in the low spectrum of glycemic indexes. This means that, though they do contain carbohydrates, oats are rich in fiber, therefore they are digested slowly avoiding quick spikes in blood sugar.

Are good for keeping your heart healthy.

Being rich in soluble fibers, oats, eaten regularly may help reduce bad cholesterols, while keeping the good cholesterols intact. Also, oats have antioxidant properties, aiding to prevent heart disease and reduce blood pressure.

Helps weight loss.

Along with a balanced diet and exercise, oats can be a super addition to your menu. Rich in fibers, oats aid in feeling satiated for a longer period of time as these fibers are digested slowly.

Can even help prevent cancer.

With antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, oats can be of help to prevent or fight certain types of cancer.

There are certainly a lot more benefits that oats have for your body’s health. I am sure you’ve seen and tried many ways you can add oats to your diet. Be it on your yogurt, your morning power shake or sweet treats. However you do eat them, be sure you are only adding points to your healthy score!