Oat Bran

Also Known As : Jaee chokar

Technical Name : Avena sativa

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a nutty flavor.

Usage Tips

It is eaten as a cereal for breakfast.
It is also used in making bakery products like oat bran cookies, muffins, and biscuits.

Description

Oat bran contains the bran of the seed which is the outer casing of oats.

Health benefits

It is full of fiber, and is very good for digestion.⁽¹⁾
It lowers bad cholesterol and keeps the heart healthy.⁽¹⁾
It helps in reducing weight.⁽¹⁾
It slows down the digestion of carbs, which reduces spikes in blood sugar level.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Check the "best before" date on the package.

Note

Oat bran may cause allergic reactions, digestive problems and respiratory problem.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://balanceblog.bistromd.com/health/healthy-eating/the-health-benefits-of-oat-bran/

(2) https://www.onlyfoods.net/oat-bran.html

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