10 good reasons eating oatmeal

BREAKFAST • CEREAL • OATMEAL

All known since childhood dish - oatmeal - is not only nutritious and delicious food, but also the key to health and longevity. Read about the beneficial properties of oatmeal and find 10 good reasons for deciding to eat oatmeal almost every day.

1. Oats contains a large amount of soluble fiber, which effectively lowers blood cholesterol levels. Only 3 grams of fiber a day can help reduce cholesterol levels by 8-23 percent. It is important to note that only a cup of oatmeal contains 4 grams of fiber.

 2. According to the research of scientists from Harvard University, the regular consumption of oatmeal reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Scientists came to this conclusion after analyzing the observations of the lifestyle, nutrition and health status of more than one hundred thousand people for 14 years. The study authors have shown that people who regularly ate oatmeal (or brown rice, which is also rich in fiber), rarely sick cardiovascular disease. Preventive effect is consumption of 28 grams of whole grains per day, that is just a bowl of oatmeal.

They also noted that the oatmeal - this is an excellent food for athletes, especially for breakfast. Nourishing porridge supplies a large amount of fiber and promotes long-term preservation of a high level of energy in the body. The results of these studies have been published in the pages of «JAMA: Internal Medicine».

 3. Oatmeal helps to keep weight under control. According to studies that have been published in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, oatmeal contains beta-glucans, promotes the release of a hormone in the body neuropeptide cholecystokinin, which causes a feeling of satiety and appetite control, and is an antidepressant.

 4. In the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition» (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition) scientists presented the results of studies that have shown that oatmeal acts on the human body as effectively as drugs that lower blood pressure, thereby helping to maintain normal blood pressure.

5. Oatmeal has a low glycemic index, stabilizes blood sugar levels. That's why eating breakfast porridge, we're staying longer full.

 6. Oatmeal - it is also a rich source of antioxidants that protect our body from free radicals, thereby preventing the development of cancer cells and cardiovascular disease.

 7. From the research scientists in the UK and the Netherlands, it follows that there is a direct link between the consumption of foods rich in fiber and a lower risk of developing colon cancer. It turns out that every additional 10 grams of fiber in our diet to reduce this risk by 10 percent. And oatmeal contains a lot of fiber.

 8. Oatmeal - a great source of protein and carbohydrates. According to studies, a serving of oatmeal eaten for 45-60 minutes before training significantly increases its efficiency.

9. Oatmeal due to the presence in it of beta glucans (effective immunomodulatory agents) stimulates the immune system and increases the body's resistance to infections.

10. Oatmeal for dinner will help those who have trouble falling asleep. Contained in oatmeal vitamin B6 stimulates the production of serotonin, the lack of which leads to insomnia. In addition, oatmeal stimulates the secretion of melatonin - the sleep hormone.