Oat Bran
What is Oat Bran?
Oat bran is the outer layer of the oat groat, the kernel of the oat plant. It is separated from the starchy endosperm during the milling process. Oat bran is a good source of fiber and nutrients.
Is Oat Bran vegan?
Oat Bran is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Oat Bran gluten-free?
However, oats can be contaminated with gluten from wheat, barley, or rye during growing or processing.
Is Oat Bran a major allergen?
Oats themselves are not one of the nine major allergens.
What is Oat Bran used for?
Manufacturers add oat bran to foods for its nutritional value, particularly its fiber content, and for its texture.
Is Oat Bran safe?
Oat bran is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add oat bran to foods for its nutritional value, particularly its fiber content, and for its texture. It is commonly found in cereals, baked goods like muffins and breads, and granola bars. It can also be used as a thickener.
Health notes
Oat bran is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a good source of soluble fiber, which may help manage cholesterol levels, according to reviews published in peer-reviewed journals. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated oat bran and found it to be safe. No specific upper intake limits have been set by regulatory bodies for oat bran consumption.
Allergen info
Oats themselves are not one of the nine major allergens. However, oats can be contaminated with gluten from wheat, barley, or rye during growing or processing. Products labeled 'gluten-free' must meet FDA standards for gluten content.
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