100% Oat Flakes

Oat flakes are a type of processed whole grain made from oat groats. The groats are steamed and then flattened by rollers, which helps them cook faster and makes them easier to digest. This process retains the bran, germ, and endosperm, ensuring they remain a whole grain.

Oat flakes are widely used as a breakfast cereal, either cooked as oatmeal or mixed into granola and muesli. They are also incorporated into baked goods like cookies, breads, and muffins, and can be used as a thickener in soups and stews. They provide dietary fiber and nutrients to food products.

Oat flakes are considered a whole food ingredient and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when consumed as part of a regular diet. They are a good source of dietary fiber, particularly beta-glucan, which has been associated with maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and blood sugar regulation. As a whole food, they are not subject to the same regulatory evaluations as food additives by bodies like JECFA or EFSA.