Oat Milk

Oat milk is made from a mixture of oats and water. To get a good flavor and texture, producers often add extra ingredients such as gums, oils, and salt. Oat milk has a mild taste and is naturally sweet. It may be used in the same way as cow's milk in cooking, and it goes well with cereal or smoothies.

140–170 calories, 4.5–5 grams of fat, 2.5–5 grams of protein, and 19–29 grams of carbs are included in one cup (240 ml). Oat milk has a similar number of calories as cow's milk but contains up to double as many carbs and half as much protein and fat. Oat milk is rich in total fiber and beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that forms a thick gel in the gut as it goes through. The beta-glucan gel binds to cholesterol and prevents it from being absorbed by the body. This reduces cholesterol levels, especially LDL cholesterol, which is linked to a higher risk of heart disease. One study found that drinking 25 ounces (750 ml) of oat milk daily for five weeks reduced total cholesterol by 3% and LDL cholesterol by 5% in men with high cholesterol.