Pinhead oatmeal, sometimes called steel cut oats, is made by chopping whole oat groats into coarse pieces. This less processed form of oats retains a dense nutritional profile, including complex carbohydrates that release energy slowly and soluble fibre that supports healthy digestion. Oats are one of the richest sources of beta glucans, a type of fibre studied for its ability to help regulate cholesterol levels. Archaeological evidence shows oats have been consumed for thousands of years, but their cultivation as a staple food became widespread much later than wheat and barley.
 
(500g)