Oats – a powerhouse of a food
They’re versatile, inexpensive and a real health powerhouse. Ideal for breakfast e.g porridge or overnight oats, or as part of a snack, oats should be on everyone’s shopping list.
Why?
The Science:
– High in soluble fibre – most people don’t eat enough fibre. Oats are particularly good if you have IBS-Constipation dominant
– Contain mainly low fermentable fibre, so don’t tend to cause bloating
– Source of slow release carbohydrates – great for energy
– Easy to digest
– Have been shown to lower cholesterol
– Rich in B vitamins – vital for brain function and the nervous system
– High in zinc – good for immune system
– Contain several antioxidants and phytonutrients – good for optimum health
Other ways to use oats:
– Use instead of breadcrumbs or flour to ‘bread’ chicken and fish
– Add to smoothies
– Use as a stuffing for roast peppers or tomatoes by mixing with herbs and chopped veggies, quinoa or rice
– Use in meatballs or burgers instead of breadcrumbs
– Replace the flour in pancakes with oats
– Flapjacks
As oats are a great source of slow release energy they are an ideal choice if you’re due to exercise that same day.
If you’re coeliac or preparing food for someone who is, then simply use gluten-free oats. Oats are naturally gluten-free, but using guaranteed gluten-free oats ensures that there is no cross contamination during the production process.
Later today we’ll share a tasty, new oat based recipe that’s ideal for breakfast or a snack. Keep an eye on our Reels for that.
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