I’ve recently added oatmeal as part of my daily diet. My doctor recommended it to lower my cholesterol levels. I’m not too fond of eating oatmeal since it’s quite bland for my taste. Good thing there’s Quaker Oats flavored oatmeal so at least there’s variety. I’ve heard a lot of oatmeal’s healthful benefits, I also visited http://www.quakeroatmeal.com and here’s what I found out.

Oats are the only major grain proven to help remove cholesterol.
Oatmeal actively removes cholesterol to lower the risk of heart disease. Oatmeal works to help lower LDL “bad” cholesterol without lowering the HDL “good” cholesterol your body needs. Oats contain more soluble fiber than whole wheat, rice or corn.

Oats have soluble fiber, which may help moderate blood sugar levels.
The fiber in oatmeal may slow the absorption of carbohydrates to help you moderate the
rise in blood sugar after eating. In addition, according to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines
for Americans Advisory Committee Report, studies show people who eat more whole
grains are less likely to develop type 2 diabetes.

Oatmeal helps aid weight control.
Oatmeal has a high satiety value—it helps fill you up. Research shows that oatmeal is more filling than some other breakfast foods such as bread, eggs and yogurt. In a recent survey of registered dietitians, 93 percent of the respondents said that fiber in whole grain cereals, such as oatmeal, helps children maintain a healthy body weight.

Oats offer super-charged nutrition.
Oats contain vitamins, minerals and unique antioxidants, which help make oats super
healthy. Oats also contain more protein than other common cereals.

You can also download this pdf to know more about oatmeal.

Try eating oatmeal. It’s good for you. Have a happy week everybody.

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