Oatmeal may look like one of the simplest foods in your kitchen, but this humble grain contains a type of soluble fiber that has attracted plenty of scientific attention.
In particular, oats are rich in beta-glucan, a soluble fiber associated with cholesterol management and other aspects of metabolic health. The FDA has recognized an authorized health claim connecting soluble fiber from whole oats with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease when consumed as part of an appropriate diet.
But can eating oats really lower cholesterol, help manage blood sugar, and make weight loss easier?
Here’s what you should know.
