Natures Path Organic Instant Hot Oatmeal, Multigrain Raisin Spice

Whole oat goodness. No additives or preservatives. 50 g per serving! USDA organic. Excellent source 100%whole grain. No artificial ingredients or preservatives. What's so special about oats? A hot steaming bowl of organic oats can warm a person to the core. That's because oats are good for you! Research has shown that oats contains a soluble fiber that may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. There are also indications that when combined with moderate exercise, eating oats may have a positive effect on the immune system. (Davis et al [2003] Effects of Moderate Exercise and Oat Beta Glucan on Innate Immune Function and Susceptibility to Respiratory Infection. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol., epub only.) It only takes two portions of oat cereal per day to lower your LDL cholesterol. (Davy et al [2002] High Fiber Oat Cereal compared with Wheat Cereal Consumption Favorably Alters LDL-Cholesterol Subclass and Particle Numbers in Middle-Aged and Older Men, Am J Clin Nutr 351-358) Oats can result in lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as seen in a comparison study conducted with a group of people that followed a lower fiber diet. (Keenan et al, [2002] Oat Ingestion Reduces Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure in Patients with Milk or Borderline Hypertension: a Pilot Trial, J Family Practice, 369.) Research has also shown that by enjoying oats on a regular basis you may lower your systolic blood pressure and blood lipids (Slatzman et al [2001] An Oat Containing Hypocaloric Diet Reduces Systolic Blood Pressure and Improves Lipid Profile Beyond Effects of Weight Loss in Men and Women, J Nutr. 1465-1470.) Oats and your glycemic index (GI): A study carried out in Toronto found that a high level of beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber in oats, when added to foods, results in a lower glycemic index (GI) rating. That's because a controlled supply of glucose to the blood provides a steady level of energy for all types of people, and in particular those with diabetes. Our organic hot oatmeal is made with whole grain steel cut organic rolled oats - including the bran. so start your day with a wholesome and delicious bowl of our whole grain organic oats - just add hot water and enjoy. All the convenience in a nutritious and healthy portion pack that's quick and easy to prepare. Diets that are low in saturated fat and cholesterol, that include soluble fiber from oatmeal, may reduce the risk of heart disease. What's good about certified organic goodness: Good food; no pesticides; no herbicides; no preservatives; no additives; no irradiation. Good ecology: enriched soil; less soil erosion less groundwater pollution; improved farm biodiversity. Certified organic refers to agricultural products that have been grown and processed according to strict uniform standards, verified annually by independent state or private organizations such as Quality Assurance International. The QAI seal is your guarantee that all organic ingredients used by Nature's Path have been third-party certified. Product of USA.