Last Updated: August 29, 2022, 15:15 IST
By eating oats daily, you can keep yourself away from suffering of obesity. (File Photo)
Oats are a whole grain with a number of nutritional benefits. It is considered to be a healthy and low-calorie breakfast and is a favourite of many. To add flavour and increase the nutritional value of the meal, fruits or vegetables can be added. Nowadays, all those who want to lose weight are adding oats to their diet.
The presence of beta-glucan in oats, a soluble fiber, reduces the appetite by increasing cholecystokinin- a hunger-fighting hormone. Soluble fibres help in breaking down the food faster and aid in digestion. Oats contain 2% of the daily recommended amount of calcium, 6% iron, and 1.5 grams of fat only.
It is low in calories, and a rich source of proteins, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It also prevents from storage of excess fat in the body.
Including oatmeal in your diet will benefit your health as it is considered to lower the risk of heart disease and colorectal cancer, according to Healthline.
Here are a few oat recipes that can help with weight loss
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