Oatmeal WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Oatmeal
Oatmeal is known for many health benefits. Oats are an excellent source of manganese. They are a good source for selenium, vitamin B1, dietary fiber, magnesium, protein and phosphorus. Studies have continued to show that oatmeal helps to lower LDL cholesterol.1 Studies now indicate that antioxidants in oats have anti-inflammatory properties and that oatmeal may also be helpful with other problems such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.2
Fast Facts:
- Studies indicate that eating one bowl of oatmeal a day, typically lowers total cholesterol by 8-23%.1
- Oatmeal contains carbs that trigger the release of serotonin, a hormone that relaxes you.3
- A serving of whole grains, such as oats, at least six times each week is a good idea for post-menopausal women with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or other signs of cardiovascular disease.1
- There are 3.98 grams of fiber in 1 cup of oatmeal.1
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 World's Healthiest Foods: Oats
- ↑ WebMD: Heartier Benefits Seen From Oatmeal
- ↑ CBS News: Mood Foods Can Help Lift Your Spirits
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- Contributor: Catherine Kowalski
- Reviewer: Tara Salamone
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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- Contributor: Catherine Kowalski
- Reviewer: Tara Salamone
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Oats, Oat Meal, Oatmeal Benefits
- Last update: Oct. 10, 2009
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