Many people are fond of healthy eating now, there are also oat sprouts in the list of such products. This product has not only useful, but also healing properties. This article will tell you how to sprout oats and eat it.

Chemical composition and calorie content

Only 100 g of the product contains more than 53% of the daily value of dietary fiber, as well as 10 g of protein, 4.7 g of fat, 57.8 g of carbohydrates.

Note that when consuming 100 g of sprouted oats, you will provide almost half the body's need for phosphorus, and in silicon - exceed the norm by 33 times. Zinc in these seeds is 300 times more than our body needs, and manganese is 2625 times. They will also provide you with more than half the norm of cobalt, copper, iron and molybdenum.

Like many other plants, oat seed contains phytic acid - a chemical compound, a part of phosphorus, which negatively affects the ability of macro- and microelements to reach the place of their action, which was confirmed by experiments on animals. However, human experiments not only did not support this fact, but also showed that it does not allow those cells to develop that destroy bone tissue in osteoporosis.

It was found that the constant ingestion of phytic acid into the human body contributes to addiction to it, as a result, valuable substances begin to be absorbed completely. However, up to this point most of their benefits will not bring.

Important! The oat content of phytic acid is 0.4–1.16% of dry matter, but as a result of germination this amount decreases, according to some reports, by 98%.

To activate the process of destruction of phytic acid during the germination of oats, a little wheat, rye or buckwheat is added to it.

What is the use of sprouted oats?

• As a result of eating germinated oats, this effect will occur:
• metabolism improves;
• the amount of energy increases;
• improves the work of the nervous, digestive, cardiovascular, reproductive systems, thyroid gland;
• the elimination of fats and toxins from the liver is stimulated;
• red blood cells are formed in the blood;
• a normal platelet count is provided;
• regulated fat metabolism;
• appetite is supported;
• skin condition improves;
• blood is enriched with oxygen;
• normal functioning of the brain and spinal cord is stimulated;
• water, acid, acid-base, electrolyte balance is maintained;
• blood pressure normalizes;
• destruction and curvature of bones stops;
• conduction of nerve impulses improves;
• skin elasticity increases;
• normal condition of connective tissue is ensured;
• increased immunity;
• maintains a normal level of glucose tolerance - prevention of diabetes;
• fatigue is relieved;
• development of sexual dysfunction is prevented;
• normal fetal development occurs in pregnant women.

How to germinate

To germinate oats correctly, you need:

1. Choose suitable seeds.
2. Prepare them.
3. Observe technology.

Did you know? The ancient Greeks believed that the oat was presented to them by the goddess of wealth and fertility Demeter.

Grain selection

Although oatmeal husks have beneficial properties, for germination take peeled. This is due to the fact that such fiber is very rough and does not suit everyone. You can buy them on the market, in a pharmacy or in stores that specialize in selling healthy food.

If stored improperly, this culture can become moldy, or it can be affected by a fungus. Such grains cannot be eaten.

Seed preparation

How to prepare the cereal before leaving to germinate:

• to sort out, take out darkened, unripe, damaged, irregular shapes, with traces of fungus or rot;
• fill with water, catch those that have surfaced;
• rinse thoroughly.

Clay, glass, enameled or porcelain dishes are selected for the seeds.

Germination Options

Several options are known for producing oat sprouts. According to one embodiment:

1. Cover the dishes with a damp piece of gauze so that its edges hang down.
2. Lay the seeds on a cloth, cover with free ends.
3. Place in a warm place away from sunlight.
4. Spray water from a spray bottle from time to time.
5. In 6-7 hours, seedlings will appear, they become ready for use.
6. Rinse oats, put in the refrigerator, use for cooking.

The following option offers this technology:

1. Pour the prepared grains with water (it should be at least twice as much) and leave for 10 hours at a temperature of + 23 ... + 24 ° С.
2. Throw it on a sieve, rinse under running water, leave it there for 12 hours until it grows. You can shift to gauze-covered dishes, as in the first version. Liquid after seed germination is a good top dressing for indoor plants.
3. Keep in the refrigerator.

Important! Oats should not be germinated for more than 48 hours; storing longer than this time is also not recommended, otherwise it will become moldy.

Ways to use

Ready-to-eat sprouts should not be too large, their optimal length is 4-6 mm. Otherwise, the benefit will turn into harm, because the elongated shoot of bright green color becomes poisonous. From this product cereals, infusion, jelly, tincture are prepared.

Porridge

Such food is cooked in the morning. Rinse the cereal sprouts, add warm water so that it covers them. After some time, the porridge is ready. It can be used in pure form or with additives.

Infusion

To prepare an infusion of 200 g of oat sprouts, pour 2 liters of hot water or milk. Insist for 5 hours. Take the entire volume prepared during the day, dividing into small portions with a course of 2 months, so that improve bowel function and get rid of fatigue.

Kissel

Pour a handful of sprouted oat grains with 1 glass of water in a saucepan and place on the included stove. After boiling, reduce heat to a minimum and keep under cover for 3 minutes. Turn on the stove, let it brew for 0.5 hours. When the temperature of the drink is suitable for ingestion, drink in one gulp. Consume daily for 1 month for normalize the pancreas and stabilize blood sugar.

Tincture

To prepare tinctures, 1 liter of vodka is insisted on 100 g of oat sprouts for 3 weeks in a glass jar or bottle. During this time, you sometimes need to shake the contents. Twofold intake of 20-30 drops daily save you from insomnia, loss of strength, poor appetite, craving for smoking, sexual dysfunction.

Did you know? In Europe and North America, the popularity of milk made from oats is growing.

What can be added

As additives, you can use:

• honey;
• sugar;
• banana;
• raisins;
• apples
• milk;
• avocado;
• Tomatoes
• berries;
• beets;
• cauliflower;
• kohlrabi;
• Apple vinegar;
• olive oil;
• butter;
• lemon juice;
• orange;
• pears
• cinnamon.

Not recommended combination with:

• protein products: meat, eggs, fish;
• other sprouted grains;
• nuts.

Application in traditional medicine

In folk medicine, sprouted oats are used to:

• strengthen immunity;
• cleanse the body;
• lose weight.

The healing properties of this cereal are widely used in the event of a breakdown.

To strengthen and enhance immunity

Such a remedy will help strengthen immunity: take tinctures from sprouted oats and Eleutherococcus 50 ml each, from motherwort and Chinese magnolia vine - 20 ml each. Pour into a glass container, mix thoroughly. Take 1 teaspoon twice a day before meals, washed down with a rosehip broth.

To cleanse the body

With the help of oat sprouts, you can cleanse the liver and intestines from harmful substances. To do this, grind in a meat grinder or using a blender 1 cup of seeds, pour 0.5 cups of hot water, bring to a boil, hold on low heat for 1-2 minutes. After the mixture becomes warm, 1 teaspoon of honey and vegetable oil is mixed in and a little lemon juice is dripped. Such a tool is eaten every day for breakfast. Treatment lasts up to 5 days.

For weight loss

If your goal is to lose weight, then it is better to use the sprouts in the morning, refusing sugar, honey and milk, they can be replaced with dried fruits and unsweetened yogurt. You can make salads with vegetables, berries or fruits on the basis of seedlings. Daily consumption of 1 tablespoon of fasting seeds stimulates your intestines to process food faster. Such weight loss will not only save you from extra pounds, but also keep you feeling good. Feeling of hunger, which is a constant companion of those who are trying to lose weight, will help to dull the infusion or jelly from the sprouts.

Possible harm and contraindications

• Contraindications for use are indicated for those who have:
• gluten intolerance;
• allergic to the product;
• urolithiasis disease;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract in the acute stage.

It is not recommended to introduce such nutrition to children: at the age of 8-12 years, its daily amount should not be more than 1 tablespoon, and up to 5 years from the use of such a product should generally be abandoned. Such foods contain too coarse fiber for the delicate baby intestines, and can also impair the absorption of calcium in the body.

Complications of gallbladder disease are possible, such patients should not take sprouts without consulting their doctor.

Thus, if you monitor your health, germinated oats must be present in your diet. You can use it for medicinal purposes, to lose weight or just to maintain a fresh and cheerful appearance. However, it is necessary to prepare and accept it in accordance with the recommendations.