Heart Disease is still the leading cause of death in Malaysia and one of the well known whole grains, oats do have a starring role in heart health.
It is rich in vitamins and minerals, including thiamin (Vitamin B1), riboflavin (Vitamin B2), niacin (Vitamin B3), folate (Vitamin B9), iron, magnesium and selenium, all of which play a role in reducing the risk of heart diseases.
Beta-glucan, a type of fibre found in oats plays a significant role in reducing LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol). Research from the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed that 10 grams increment in fibre intake can decrease the risk of heart disease-related death by 10%!