When it comes to oatmeal, most people choose to cook it or soak it in milk. In fact, for friends who want to control blood lipids and weight, eating stir-fried oatmeal can be more effective.
Cooking: Better for digestion and absorption. The starch in oatmeal only undergoes gelatinization when it comes into contact with water, allowing our gastrointestinal tract to absorb and utilize it. Therefore, cooked oatmeal is most suitable for the elderly with poor digestive function.
Stir-frying: Low in calories, helps control blood lipids and weight. If stir-fried, the starch in oatmeal will not become easily digestible, which perfectly aligns with the modern desire to feel full after eating without absorbing too much. After eating a plate, the actual absorption is much less, so the calories are naturally greatly reduced, making it very helpful for weight control.
The undigested starch passes through the small intestine and into the large intestine. The bacteria in the large intestine are very happy to see the starch because they rarely encounter it normally. After the bacteria eat the starch, they multiply rapidly, and their reproduction has a significant benefit for controlling blood lipids, which is a special reminder:
They produce some short-chain fatty acids. These fatty acids can, on one hand, improve the intestinal flora by inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria, and on the other hand, help us control blood lipids and prevent constipation.
For stir-frying oatmeal, be sure to choose pure oat flakes with large grains, not instant ones. When stir-frying, it's best to use olive oil, and you can also add ingredients like walnuts, almonds, raisins, and brown sugar. This not only adjusts the flavor but also, nuts contain healthy fats that help control blood lipids, which can have a synergistic effect with the oatmeal.