Steel Cut Oats Organic - Arrowhead Mills®

Reducing the risk of heart disease.
Lowering cholesterol.
Reducing blood sugar levels.
Preventing stomach cancer.
Preventing fat redistribution syndrome in people with HIV disease.
Blocking fat from being absorbed from the gut.
Preventing gallstones.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Diverticulosis.
Inflammatory bowel disease.
Constipation.
Anxiety.
Stress.
Nerve disorders.
Bladder weakness.
Joint and tendon disorders.
Gout.
Kidney conditions.
Opium and nicotine withdrawal.
Skin diseases.

For high cholesterol: 56-150 grams of whole oat products such as oat bran or oatmeal, containing 3.6-10 grams of beta-glucan (soluble fiber) daily as part of a low-fat diet. One-half cup (40 grams) of Quaker oatmeal contains 2 grams of beta-glucan; one cup (30 grams) of Cheerios contains one gram of beta-glucan.

For lowering blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes: high fiber foods such as whole oat products containing 25 grams of soluble fiber are used daily. 38 grams of oat bran or 75 grams of dry oatmeal contains about 3 grams of beta-glucan.

Oat bran is SAFE for most people, including pregnant and breast-feeding women. It can cause intestinal gas and bloating. To minimize side effects, start with a low dose and increase slowly to the desired amount. Your body will get used to oat bran and the side effects will likely go away.

Putting oat-containing products on the skin can cause some people to break out.

Difficulty swallowing food or chewing problems: If you have swallowing problems (from a stroke, for example) or if you have trouble chewing because of missing teeth or poorly fitting dentures, it’s best to avoid eating oats. Poorly chewed oats can cause blockage of the intestine.

Disorders of the digestive tract including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines: Avoid eating oat products. Digestive problems that could extend the length of time it takes for your food to be digested could allow oats to block your intestine.