Oats - The healthy option

GMO Free

All oats grown for and used by McCann's are free from genetically modified organisms.

Natural goodness

Soluble fiber from oats, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.

Oats - Low in everything except goodness!

Low in Calories

1 serving of Mccann's Irish Oatmeal = 150 cals
1 serving of Mccann's Instant Irish Oatmeal = 100 -160 cals (depending on variety)

Low Sodium

McCann's oatmeal contains NO sodium. Instants contain 80 - 220mg (depending on variety). Highly recommended for low salt diets

High in Fiber

More fiber than a Bran Muffin! Oats contain both soluble and insoluble fiber which are essential for good health

High in Vitamins

Full of energizing B Vitamins

Saturated Fat

None!

Cholesterol

None!

Oats and Hypertension

Results of a recent US trial published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicated that a regular intake of oatmeal can significantly reduce high blood pressure levels. Just how the mechanism works is not quite clear but the soluble fiber content of oats seems to have a beneficial effect in lowering blood pressure levels. This could be of great importance in countries such as Ireland that have high levels of coronary heart disease.

FDA Announcement

Health claim
The FDA endorsed Oats in the fight against Heart Disease and certain cancers.

Wholegrain Oats and Type 2 Diabetes
Health claim In August 1999, the FDA in the U.S. issued a further endorsement of oats. It authorized a new claim that will allow companies to promote the benefits of whole grains in relation to heart disease and certain cancers. It indicated that diets that are rich in whole grains, such as oats, may reduce the risk of these conditions. Wholegrain Oats and Type 2 Diabetes A new study recently published in the American Journal of Public Health indicated that eating oatmeal (a whole grain cereal) on a regular basis can help reduce the risk of type 2 (adult onset) diabetes.