Oatmeal is a good source of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins (PP, groups B, E, A), trace elements (phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, silicon) and dietary fiber. And in terms of its amino acid composition, oats are generally close to the composition of muscle protein.
– Oats are useful for many diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. It has a positive effect on the gastric mucosa, saves from bloating and pain caused by gastritis or ulcers, explains dietitian Irina Toropygina. – Also, oatmeal is indicated for atherosclerosis, anemia, joint diseases. Naturally, whole grains have more beneficial properties. There is little benefit in processed cereals, especially in instant cereals, without a shell. There are fewer vitamins and minerals.
Irina Toropygina is a nutritionist, specialist in functional integrative nutrition, DNA testing specialist.
But no matter how good oatmeal is, it has a few nuances that you should be aware of. For example, a great love of oatmeal can lead to osteoporosis. Because the frequent use of oatmeal provokes calcium leaching.
– Oatmeal, like all grains, contains phytic acid. This compound can indeed remove calcium from the intestines, thereby reducing its amount in the circulating blood, explains Irina Toropygina. – But it all depends on the dose of phytin intake. Therefore, in one serving, a small amount is within acceptable values that do not affect the body.
– Daily use of oatmeal in the morning leads to obstruction of calcium absorption, adds Galina Bartashevich. – Because it contains phytates, which inhibit the absorption of calcium. Therefore, purely nutritionally, such porridge should not be eaten every day, but two or three times a week.
In addition, oatmeal is a source of carbohydrates. It is useful if you play sports or work hard. But if you work in an office and do not move much during the day, the energy does not disappear anywhere. She goes from one type to another. In your case, in adipose tissue.
– Oatmeal is carbs. It is advisable to spend them during the day. It is clear that during office work we will spend less calories. Then it is better to use cereals with a lower calorie content (crushed peas, buckwheat and barley groats), says Irina Toropygina. – But in terms of protein, oatmeal loses to many products. Therefore, it would be nice to combine porridge with protein: yogurt, cottage cheese or cheese.
