Are oats bad for you?
There are good and bad things about oats - and I'll unpack the truth about oats in this video!
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Chapters:
00:00 intro
00:58 oats in recipes
01:39 concerns about oats
02:24 oat nutrition
06:08 how to buy oats
08:44 contamination in oats
10:13 oat experiment
10:23 the problem with oats
12:08 how to save money when buying oats
12:31 how to cook oats
14:00 biblical eating principles
What Happens When You Eat Oats Everyday: Are Oats Bad For You?
You might have been eating oats your entire life, but there’s a lot you may not know. Are oats bad for you? Are oats heart-healthy? We’re addressing some of these questions today, along with the nutritional benefits of oats, their potential downsides, and how to make them a staple in a healthy breakfast without breaking your budget.
You’ve probably seen those Cheerios commercials boasting that oats lower cholesterol. Well, it’s actually the fiber in oats that does the heavy lifting. Oats are a favorite ingredient, not just because of their versatility but also their health benefits. But here's the question: Are oats healthy for you? The answer is yes—when you choose the right kind.
Oats have been around for ages. I remember visiting my grandma’s farm as a child, where she always had oatmeal cookies. Add some raisins, and I was hooked! Today, we use oats in bread and other recipes, adding texture, flavor, and nutrition. But not all oats are created equal. Some oats are overly processed and even sprayed with harmful chemicals like glyphosate and chlormequat. So, are rolled oats bad for you? Not inherently, but it’s crucial to understand how they’re grown and processed.
Are Oats Gluten-Free?
One common question is, Do oats have gluten? Pure oats are naturally gluten-free. However, cross-contamination often occurs during processing, especially if oats are handled in facilities that also process wheat or barley. If you’re celiac or gluten-sensitive, look for certified gluten-free oats or steel-cut oats labeled as such. Speaking of steel-cut oats, are steel-cut oats gluten-free? Yes, as long as they are processed in a gluten-free facility.
Oats are also known to:
Lower cholesterol, reducing your risk of heart disease.
Help manage blood sugar, making them a great choice for people with Type 2 diabetes.
Support gut health, especially for those with leaky gut or digestive issues like SIBO.
And let’s not forget the health benefits of oatmeal for hormone balance and cancer prevention. When combined with other nutrient-rich foods, oats can be a true superfood in your diet.
Processed Oats vs. Freshly Flaked Oats
At one of our retreats, I conducted an experiment with four types of oats:
Old-fashioned rolled oats – A staple in most households but often processed.
Freshly flaked oats – Made at home with an oat flaker. These retain the most nutrients and are faster to digest.
Steel-cut oats – Minimally processed but take longer to cook.
Instant oats in packets – Highly processed, often with added sugars and artificial flavors.
By adding water and digestive enzymes to these oats, we observed how quickly they broke down. Freshly flaked oats absorbed water the fastest, providing nutrients more efficiently. Meanwhile, processed oats like the packets lagged far behind.
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