Which oatmeal is healthier
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Oatmeal is made from whole grains or flakes in water or milk.
When choosing the most useful porridge, you need to remember: all the substances most necessary for the body are in the bran and germ. Therefore, it is better to eat cereal or large cereals.
Cereal porridge contains a lot of fiber and protein, provides a feeling of fullness, it is a high-calorie product.
Easy-to-digest cereals are less nutritious, and will also provide a lot of benefits and take a short time to cook. Modern grain processing technologies preserve the germ in the flakes.
Composition (benefit):
- fiber (cleanses the intestines);
- carbohydrates (energy source);
- B vitamins (for the nervous system);
- vitamin PP (helps to convert carbohydrates into energy);
- iron (for blood formation);
- zinc, phosphorus and calcium (for bones and joints);
- potassium, magnesium (for the heart);
- antioxidants.
What to look for when choosing flakes:
- date of issue (not earlier than 5 months);
- the integrity of the packaging;
- ingredients (only flakes);
- the color of the flakes (must be white).
Due to its beneficial properties, porridge is used for certain diseases of the stomach, nervous system, to normalize blood pressure, improve the condition after poisoning and for weight loss.
Last update Author / Editor - Lydia Ivanova
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