Oats are important in a healthy diet.

Nutrition and Diet Specialist Çisem Gündüz stated that oats, which are an important part of healthy eating diets due to their rich content and benefits, are more fibrous than other grains, provide a long-lasting feeling of fullness, and contribute to the digestive system.
Nutrition and Diet Specialist Çisem Gündüz from Acıbadem Adana Hospital provided information about oats, which are generally preferred by individuals who have adopted the principle of healthy eating due to their beneficial nutritional value and low calorie content, and are favored by athletes and dieters.
“Prevents rapid increase in blood sugar, provides a feeling of fullness”
Dietitian Gündüz, who stated that oats have a high soluble fiber content compared to other grains and ensure the regular functioning of the stomach and intestines, said, “Oats are also an important food for Type 2 diabetes patients. Because it prevents rapid increase in blood sugar. In addition, oats, which are widely used in weight loss diets, also have the property of creating a long-lasting feeling of fullness. Oats are a food rich in selenium. Selenium speeds up metabolism and is also an important antioxidant for the body. Oats have a significant role in healthy eating”.
Gündüz, who also mentioned the benefits of oats, stated that oats contribute to the regulation of intestinal movements and the functioning of the digestive system and the solution of constipation problems with its soluble fiber content, and at the same time, it increases blood sugar more controlled.
“Portions should not be too large”
Emphasizing that daily 3-4 tablespoons of oats help maintain weight control, Gündüz highlighted that slowly digested oats help prolong the feeling of fullness by slowly raising blood sugar. Dietitian Gündüz, who pointed out the importance of portion control in this regard, said, “When oats are consumed in large quantities, the glycemic load also increases. Portions should not be too large. We should pay attention to this. For example, with 4 tablespoons of probiotic yogurt, 3-4 tablespoons of oatmeal, 8-10 almonds, and 1 portion of seasonal fruit, we can prepare a healthy and refreshing bowl”.
Gündüz emphasized that oats are rich in vitamin B and minerals, valuable for energy production, nervous system, and skin health. She highlighted that oats contribute to reducing cholesterol levels with its high fiber content and support heart health with this feature. Additionally, Gündüz pointed out that due to its gluten-free structure, oats are an alternative carbohydrate option for those on a gluten-restricted diet for weight loss purposes.