It seems everything comes full circle, and the use of whole, natural grains over processed grains and cereals is now an important part of any healthy diet. Some of the most versatile grains available today are organic oats, and they can be used as a breakfast food, in cooking, and even in a variety of healthy vegetarian dish options.
Organic oats are grown without the use of pesticides or herbicides on the plants and without the use of synthetic fertilizers or soil additives. Natural fertilizers and specific crop rotations are used instead to provide the nutrients for the soil to allow the plants to grow and thrive.
However, oats themselves are much more tolerant of poor soils than other grains, so they are an excellent organic crop. In addition, because of the way the oat seed is formed, it retains the bran and germ even when processed, making it an excellent source of many nutrients, as well as dietary fiber.
The Nutrients in Organic Oats
On the glycemic index, organic oats are rated as low, which means they have a rating of less than 55. To be specific, the glycemic index places rolled oats a 51. Compare this to Cheerios at 74 or even Puffed Wheat or Cornflakes at 80, and you can easily see why they are considered just a healthy option.
Oats contain about 13% protein and also offer 17% fiber. They contain vitamin B1 biotin, zinc, manganese and molybdenum, all required for cell processes and metabolism. The most important features of organic oats for most people is the beta-glucan fiber they contain, which has been shown actually to lower bad cholesterol levels by 8 to 23% with just one small bowl per day.
Today, gluten-free rolled oats which are certified organic provide a great start to anyone’s morning. These should also be Non-GMO to ensure you are eating the healthiest oats on the market.
Breakfast Options
Organic oats can be cooked just as you would any rolled oats or steel cut oats for a hot breakfast cereal. This is adding one portion of oats to two portions of boiling water and just a few grains of salt for flavor. Reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 5 to 7 minutes and then add any dried fruit including cranberries, raisins, peaches, apricots or even dried berries.
You may want to try a dash of cinnamon or a drizzle of molasses to add a wonderful kick to this hot cereal. Serve your organic oats with a sprinkle of flax seeds or some organic cane sugar and top with milk, almond or soy milk or your favorite milk alternative for a breakfast which will really satisfy.
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