Oats

A familiar way to explore whole grains.

Start with the type of oats

Oats come as groats, flakes and other forms. Whole-grain status depends on retaining the grain components; shape alone does not tell the whole story.

Convenience starts with the directions

Processing and preparation requirements vary. Check whether your pack is ready to eat or needs cooking. The presence of oats does not make every ingredient in a mixed blend a whole grain.

Think about the whole meal

Oats are one option for a more varied choice of staples. Nutrition depends on the recipe, portion and rest of the meal. Ingredient knowledge is not a test result for a finished product.