Bulgarian 
oatmeal,facts
Oatmeal
- Oats were first grown in Northern Europe more than 3000 years ago.
- Oats are a whole grain cereal grown mainly in North America and Europe.
- Oats are a very good source of fiber, especially beta glucan, which helps the reduction of cholesterol and blood sugar levels and supports healthy gut bacteria.
- About 11% of the carbs is fiber, while 85% is starch. Oats are very low in sugar, with only 1% coming from sucrose.
- Oats offer high amounts of many vitamins and minerals, such as manganese, phosphorus, copper, B vitamins, iron, selenium, magnesium, and zinc.
- Oats are the only cereal to contain a group of antioxidants known as avenanthramides, which help reduce blood pressure.
- Oats are a prebiotic.
- Oats are gluten-free.
- Oats have a low to medium glycemic index (GI).
- Some people can have allergic reactions to oats.
- Store oatmeal for up to two months in an airtight container in a cool, dry and dark place.
