Oatmeal & Oatcakes

About Scottish Oat Cuisine

Why are oats so good for you? The scots having been eating porridge for over 5000 years! Oats can benefit your health in lots of ways, which is why health professionals recommend eating them as part of a healthy diet. Oats are considered to be a superfood due to their numerous health benefits. As a high fiber, low GI wholegrain they work to slow your digestion and help to keep you feeling fuller for longer. This in turn can curb your cravings and promote weight loss.They are high in protein, rich in vitamins and minerals and are recognised as a good source of energy to keep you going throughout the day. In addition, beta glutens contained in oats are believed to stimulate the immune system and have a proven effect in lowering cholesterol and preventing heart disease.

Hamlyn’s of Scotland

Stockans Oatcakes