The benefits of oatmeal porridge

Oats are generally divided into two categories: lemma-bearing type and naked oats. The oats cultivated in various countries around the world are mainly lemma-bearing type, often called skin oats. The oats cultivated in my country are mainly naked oats, often called naked oats. Naked oats have many aliases. In North China, it is called naked oats; in Northwest my country, it is called jade oats; in Southwest China, it is called oats, sometimes also called naked oats; in Northeast China, it is called bell oats.

Oats (Avena sativa), also known as naked oats in my country, are a low-sugar, high-nutrition, high-energy food. Its signature nutrients are not only high in content but also of high quality, making it one of the most popular foods among modern people. Oats ranked fifth among the top ten health foods selected by Time magazine. Oats are finely processed into oatmeal, making them more convenient to eat and improving the taste, making them a popular health food.

The effect of oatmeal porridge

1. Three major nutrients: The carbohydrates in oats are mainly starch, while the protein is mainly gluten. In addition, the fat content of oats is the highest among wheat.

2. Vitamins: Rich in B vitamins (especially vitamin B1, B2 and niacin), vitamin C, E and folic acid.

3. Minerals: Rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron, copper, zinc, manganese and silicon.

4. Nutritional value of oats: Oats are also rich in water-soluble fiber, tail-polyglucose, alkaloids and plant saponins.

The effect of oatmeal porridge

1. Lower blood cholesterol: Water-soluble fiber and tail-polyglucose can lower the amount of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the blood to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and can increase the excretion of bile acid.

2. Control blood sugar: Water-soluble fiber has the effect of slowing down the rise in blood sugar after meals, so it helps diabetic patients control blood sugar.

3. Improve constipation: Because oat fiber contains tail-polyglucose, it can improve digestive function, promote gastrointestinal motility, and improve constipation.

4. Promote wound healing: The rich zinc contained in oats can promote wound healing.

5. Prevent menopausal disorders: Rich vitamin E can dilate peripheral blood vessels, improve blood circulation, and adjust physical conditions, so it can alleviate the symptoms of menopausal disorders.

6. Prevent osteoporosis: To prevent osteoporosis, in addition to increasing calcium intake, the body must not lack manganese! Because oats contain manganese, it can also indirectly prevent osteoporosis.

7. The effects and functions of oats: It can also prevent anemia, control weight, etc.