1, the effect of oats is that it can effectively reduce cholesterol in the human body, if consumed regularly, it is good for the body. Especially for the elderly cardiovascular disease play a certain role in the prevention of 2, the role of oats is for diabetic patients is good, because regular consumption of oats for diabetic patients can lower sugar and weight loss effects. 3, often eat oatmeal has the role of the through the stool, for which there are a lot of older people stool is dry, easy to lead to cerebral vascular accidents, oatmeal can be solved constipation of this an advantage. 4, oats can also improve blood circulation, relieve the pressure of life and work; contains calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and other minerals have the prevention of osteoporosis, promote wound healing, to prevent the effects of anemia, is a good calcium supplement. 5, oats are extremely rich in linoleic acid, fatty liver, diabetes, swelling, constipation, etc. also has one of the auxiliary efficacy of the older people to enhance stamina, prolonging the life of a great deal. It is also beneficial for the elderly to enhance their physical strength and prolong their lives.