1, regulate blood sugar
Oat kernel in the high viscosity characteristics of β-glucan, help to inhibit gastric emptying, slow down the absorption of glucose in the small intestine, thus effectively slowing down the rate of rise of blood glucose after meals, is conducive to the diabetic patient's blood sugar control.
2, to protect the intestinal
Oat kernel in the β-glucan can not be absorbed directly by the intestinal absorption absorption, fermentation in the colon will produce propionic acid, butyric acid and other short-chain fatty acids, can inhibit putrefactive bacteria, to promote probiotic bacteria, to maintain the balance of intestinal flora, to prevent diarrhea or constipation.
3, cold prevention
Oat kernel β-glucan can enhance the vitality of macrophages, help the body to kill invading viruses, bacteria, fungi and other pathogenic microorganisms, so it can prevent the occurrence of colds.
4, anti-radiation
Beta-glucan in oat kernel can promote hematopoietic function, increase the production of white blood cells and red blood cells, and reduce the damage of radiation on the human body.