How should oats be consumed so as not to gain weight?

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Oats are high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

12/2/2023

Another of its benefits is that it helps the absorption of bile acids that are generated in the digestive system, making it work less to process food, which helps to release less acids in the gastric cavity and avoid irritation. on the stomach walls.

Regarding micronutrients, oats have a high content of iron, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, thiamin (vitamin B1), vitamin B6 and folates, as well as being a source of potassium and vitamin E.

However, it is believed that oats are fattening and it is important to note that no food is fattening on its own, but if consumed in excess it can cause weight gain.

Thus, the Portuguese health, nutrition and well-being portal ‘Tua Saúde’ revealed that “the recommended daily amount of oatmeal is two tablespoons, and it can be consumed in the form of flakes, flour or granola, and can be added in fruits, yogurt, juices or in preparations such as cookies, cupcakes, pancakes, soups, broths, in the preparation of meatballs, cakes, breads and pastas”.

However, oats can cause intestinal gas and bloating and to minimize side effects people can start with a low dose and slowly increase to the desired amount as the body will get used to the oat bran and the side effects will go away because oat bran and whole oats are probably safe for most people when consumed in recommended doses, according to MedlinePlus.

Oatmeal baked with strawberries and bananas:

  • ½ branch of cinnamon.
  • 1 tablespoon of honey.
  • ½ cup of strawberries.
  • 1 cup of water.
  • ½ tablespoon of oats.
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt.

First you must boil the cinnamon, water and oats and while it reaches its boiling point in a separate container mix the strawberries, yogurt, honey and vanilla. Later, when the cinnamon, the water and the oats are boiling, they are added to the container and they are mixed and consumed.

  • 200 grams of white chocolate flavored oats.
  • 1 tablespoon yeast.
  • 2 eggs.
  • 2 cubes of brown sugar.
  • A pinch of extra virgin olive oil.

In a container, mix all the ingredients until a homogeneous and thick paste is obtained to make balls that must later be crushed and baked at 200ºC for regarding a quarter of an hour.

  • 1 cup of oatmeal.
  • ¼ cup rolled oats.
  • ¾ cup of almond milk.
  • 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
  • ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
  • ½ teaspoon of baking soda.
  • ½ teaspoon of baking powder.
  • Salt to taste.

In a blender, add all the ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture. Immediately, the mixture must be left to rest for ten minutes and, finally, in a frying pan, add a little oil and add two or three tablespoons of the mixture and turn until bubbles appear.

Nutritional information per 100 grams of oats

  • Calories: 353 kcal.
  • Carbohydrates: 55,70 gr.
  • Proteins: 11,72 gr.
  • Fiber: 9,67 gr.
  • Total fats: 7,09 gr.
  • Sugars: 0 gr.
  • Soccer: 80 mg.
  • Hierro: 5,80 mg.
  • Magnesium: 129 mg.
  • Potassium: 355 mg.
  • Phosphor: 95 mg.
  • Sodium: 8,40 mg.
  • Zinc: 3,2 mg.
  • B1 (Thiamine): 0,67 mg.
  • B2 (Riboflavin): 0,17 mg.
  • B6 (Pyridoxine): 0,96 mg.
  • Folic acid: 33 µg.

In any case, before consuming the food, the first thing to do is consult the treating doctor or a nutritionist so that he or she can guide the process and indicate what is most appropriate for each person, since the previous recommendations are not the ones indicated. for all people, since the information given above is in no way a substitute for medical advice.

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