Oat Grain
Oats are a whole grain with FDA- and EFSA-authorized health claim for cholesterol reduction via beta-glucan. Oats are naturally gluten-free but commonly cross-contaminated with wheat/rye/barley unless certified gluten-free.
What it is
Whole grain of Avena sativa, providing soluble beta-glucan fiber.
Whole-grain food and ingredient in cereals, oatmeal, granola, baked goods.
Why it's flagged
- cross-contamination with gluten unless certified GF
What regulators actually say
"Soluble fiber from certain foods, including oat bran, rolled oats, and whole oat flour, when included in a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease."
"A cause and effect relationship has been established between the consumption of oat beta-glucan and the reduction of blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole food; eligible for soluble fiber/CHD health claim under 21 CFR 101.81.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized health claim for oat beta-glucans and cholesterol.
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