How to consume oats to enjoy its properties?
Oats are a wonderful and nutritious cereal, which we usually find in the form of flakes, ready for consumption either at breakfast or at snack, or simply as a snack accompanied by milk, a vegetable drink or juice. It is without a doubt an excellent food, which really should never be missing in our daily diet.
Why? Very simple: it is a very rich food from a nutritional point of view, which gives our body a very high content of complex carbohydrates, which give us the energy we need slowly, which is why it also stands out for being very satisfying. It is also rich in vitamins, among which we can mention especially B vitamins (especially B1 and B2 in addition to vitamin E), minerals (such as phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron), amino acids and acids Fatty omega-6.
When we consume it, either at breakfast or at snack, it is possible to do it in two ways: raw or cooked (cooked), since in both options the oats It becomes a food as nutritious as healthy. That is, both are ideal options to enjoy their nutritional wealth. However, there is no doubt that it is always better to consume raw oats, since it will contain and provide more essential nutrients than cooked oats, which has been subjected to high temperatures that in the end suppose a slight nutritional loss: for example, vitamins, minerals and certain enzymes are lost.
The best option is to consume it raw
There is no doubt, it is true that in terms of texture and flavor, cooked oats tend to be better considered than raw oatmeal, given that it is characterized by being somewhat drier and less tasty. Moreover, when we cook it, it becomes a kind of porridge or soft puree, tasting something more pleasant than when we eat it in its raw version.
But being an extremely versatile food, it is possible to add raw oatmeal flakes to a cup or bowl with milk or hot vegetable drink, and accompany with delicious dried fruits, dried fruits or pieces of fresh fruit. Or even use them to make wonderful and nutritious smoothies. In addition, to improve its flavor it is ideal to sweeten with honey or with whole cane brown sugar.
Although it is true that from a nutritional point of view, it always tends to be better to consume raw oats, everything will depend on the personal tastes of each one. In short, although cooked oats lose some of their nutritional qualities, it is still a food as beneficial as it is rich in nutrients. It is more, to show two delicious and nutritious recipes in which it is usual to cook oats: porridge Y oatmeal with apple and honey , as exquisite as wonderful, ideal for breakfast.
Images | Christian Schnettelker / Daniella Segura This article is published for informational purposes only. You can not and should not replace the consultation with a Nutritionist. We advise you to consult your trusted Nutritionist.
