Farina d'Avena Istantanea Salted Caramel

• Oats are a valuable cereal for the body's wellbeing; they are a source of fibre, vitamins, proteins and many other nutrients. Compared to other cereals, even when processed it retains the germ and bran that contain most of the nutrients, so it is a much more complete and healthy food. Nutritionally, oat grains consist mostly of starches and carbohydrates (60-70%), but they are an excellent source of vegetable protein (about 15%) and good fats. Its peculiarity is that it releases energy for many consecutive hours due to its molecular structure, which is digested very slowly and gradually by the intestine. Another aspect to note is that it does not cause major spikes in insulin levels in the blood. It is therefore considered a good ally in slimming diets.Oats provide about 370 kcal per 100 grams, so it is not a low-calorie cereal, but its characteristics make it an ideal substitute for wheat in slimming diets. It is in fact a low glycaemic index food with high satiating power that helps control hunger pangs. It contributes several benefits to the body:
• -Cholesterol: oats contain beta-glucans and pectin that are useful in keeping 'bad' cholesterol levels under control (as stated by the FDA ,Food and Drug Administration) and are also useful in preventing heart disease, cardiovascular disease and stroke.
• -High digestibility: an excellent ally of the stomach, intestines and the entire digestive system, it is an easily digestible cereal, benefiting those suffering from gastritis and digestive disorders
• -Bowel regularity: thanks to high fibre content
• -Bone, tooth and memory wellbeing: phosphorus is present in large quantities and contributes to the wellbeing of bones, teeth and memory by aiding the cell rebuilding process.
• -Blood pressure and water retention: minerals include iron, calcium, zinc and potassium, which are essential for regulating blood pressure, transmitting nerve impulses and eliminating water retention.
• -Insomnia and nervousness: oats contain certain alkaloids such as gramina and avenalumin and organic substances that can positively affect mood, counteracting insomnia and nervousness.
• -Vitamin intake: contains vitamin A and B vitamins

Instant debittered oatmeal 97% (non-EU origin), flavours, sweetener: sucralose.

Flavoured instant oatmeal comes in the form of a very fine powder and can be used as a good substitute for wheat flour in the preparation of desserts and energy drinks:

Sweet recipes: pancakes, porridge, muffins, crepes, plumcakes

Energy drinks: used especially by athletes, it can be added to protein shakes to aid muscle recovery after a workout, or it can be dissolved in vegetable drinks or simply in water.