Oats are naturally gluten-free, but you must be careful they have not been contaminated. Choose on gluten-free labeled products to ensure their safety.
We know that oats are among the healthiest grains. But did you know they're a great source of essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants?
Oats and oatmeal contain many health benefits and have been shown in studies to reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood sugar levels, and help with weight loss.
Being a whole-grain food, that is scientifically known as Avena sativa.
Oat groats, as they are called, are whole forms of oats that are intact. Since they take a long time to cook, most often we prefer crushed, rolled or steel-cut oats.
Oats are well-balanced in their nutrient composition.
Oats contain an excellent source of fiber and carbs, which includes powerful fiber beta-glucan. It is a type of soluble fiber. Beta-glucan also makes you feel fuller, thus helping with weight loss. It also increases the good bacteria in your digestive tract.
There is more protein and fat in oats than most other grains.
Oats have essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant plant compounds. Dried oats contain.
- Manganese:
- Phosphorus:
- Magnesium:
- Copper:
- Iron:
- Zinc:
- Folate:
- Vitamin B1 (thiamin): Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid):
- They also include calcium, potassium, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and vitamin B3 (niacin) in small amounts.
A half a cup has 51 grams of carbs, 13 grams of protein, 5 grams of fat, and 8 grams of fiber, and only 303 calories.
That being said, oats are among the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat.
Oats also aid in the relief of constipation.
Oat bran, which is the fiber-rich outer layer of the grain, helps relieve constipation.
Whole oats are not only high in antioxidants, but they also contain beneficial plant compounds. These compounds are called polyphenols. The most notable is a group of antioxidants called avenanthramides.
Avenanthramides have been known to help lower blood pressure levels by increasing your production of nitric oxide. The reason is that nitric oxide is a molecule, and it helps dilate blood vessels, which aids in better blood flow.
Avenanthramides also have anti-inflammatory, plus anti-itching effects.
Another antioxidant is ferulic acid that is found in oats.
Eating Oats is one of the quickest and easiest ways to build the digestive system. Although there are different types of oats, such as Steel Cut, Rolled, and Instant, they are all high in fiber and have a low glycemic index of .55. The body absorbs glycemic index foods slowly, making it great to maintain a lower blood sugar level.
Oats, in their natural state, contain approximately 8 grams of fiber in each cup. Oatmeal is versatile when it comes to cooking, baking, or even eaten raw.
As you can see, there are numerous benefits to eating oats.
You will need the following ingredients:
1 ½ Cups of Raw Oats
1 Egg
1 Cup of Coconut Milk
1 Teaspoon of Baking Powder
½ Teaspoon Nutmeg, Grated
1 Teaspoon Salt
2 Ripped Bananas
1 Tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup
Coconut Oil or Non-Stick Spray
Maple Syrup and Bananas for Garnish (Optional)
This Oatmeal Banana Pancake recipe is not only Gluten-Free; it is Guilt-Free.
Gluten-Free Oatmeal Banana Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Cups Raw Oats
- 1 Cup Coconut Milk
- 1 Tsp. Baking powder
- 1/2 Tsp. Nutmeg Grated
- 1 Tsp. Salt
- 2 Bananas Ripened
- 1 Tbsp. Pure maple syrup
- Coconut Oil or Non-Stick Spray
- Pure Maple Syrup & Bananas For Garnish
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- This should take about 3 minutes and resemble the texture of a thin smoothie.
- On medium-low heat, spray a griddle or a frying pan with non-stick spray or coat with coconut oil and add a ¼ cup of batter to make each pancake,
- Pancake will be ready to flip when there are bubbles all around the edges. This is an indicator that this side is cooked.
- Flip and cook the opposite side.
- Garnish with pure maple syrup and bananas.
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