Oat Flour
Also known as: oatflour
Oat flour is a whole-grain food source of soluble fiber (beta-glucan), which has FDA-authorized health claims for cholesterol reduction and reduced risk of coronary heart disease. Oats are naturally gluten-free but commonly cross-contaminated with wheat during processing, so individuals with celiac disease should choose certified gluten-free oats.
What it is
Flour made from ground whole or rolled oats (Avena sativa).
Whole-grain flour for baking; texture and fiber contributor.
Why it's flagged
- Cross-contamination risk with wheat (gluten) unless certified GF
What regulators actually say
"Health claims: Soluble fiber from certain foods and risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) - includes oats."
"A cause and effect relationship has been established between the consumption of oat beta-glucan and reduction of blood cholesterol concentrations."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; FDA-authorized health claim for soluble fiber/oat beta-glucan and CHD.
European Union — EFSA
Authorised health claims for oat beta-glucan/cholesterol.
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