“you can’t make granola without oats. or can you?”
— Someone at NOMMISH
the humble oat is the ingredient that makes up the bulk of granola, so of course you should know it a little better.
beta-glucan
This is a soluble fiber that oats have a lot of. Beta-glucan partially dissolves in water to form a thick gel-like solution in the gut that reduces low-density lipoproteins (LDL), total cholesterol, blood sugar and insulin response, and increases the feeling of fullness while promoting the growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract.
short on time?
No time for meal prep in the morning? No problem. The night before, get some oats, milk and fruit, toss them all together and chuck ‘em in the fridge. Wait till the next morning and you get what is known as overnight oats. Don’t just stop at oats, milk and fruits. Nuts, seeds, honey, and chocolate are just some of the other ingredients you can throw in. Get creative.
(almost) exclusive to oats
A unique group of antioxidants called avenanthramides (don’t ask us how it’s pronounced) are almost solely found in oats. These antioxidants help lower blood pressure by increasing the production of nitric oxide, which also helps improve blood flow. Avenanthramides also have anti-inflammatory and anti-itching effects.
colloidal oatmeal
That means finely ground oats which have been used for treating various skin conditions such as dry skin, itchy skin and even eczema. This only applies to applying the colloidal oatmeal to your skin, so eating granola isn’t enough. You have to rub it in your face too, but don’t quote us on that.
dynamic duo
Prebiotics, known as "good" bacteria promoters, and probiotics, the "good" bacteria, work together synergistically, helping to restore and improve GI health. Since oats are high in prebiotics and yogurt is high in probiotics, that means enjoying granola atop yogurt is a win-win.