CardiOat Crispy Hearts, previously known as OatWell™ Crispy Hearts with oat beta-glucan 7-day supply, are oat-based breakfast cereals with oat beta-glucan, which has been shown to lower blood cholesterol.
CardiOat Crispy Hearts cereal contains natural oat bran. CardiOatcereal contains high concentrations of valuable beta-glucans, soluble fibres, which are found naturally within oats. Oat beta-glucan affects blood cholesterol levels. More than 100 scientific studies have proven the positive effects of oat beta-glucan. These positive effects of oat beta-glucan were first discovered in the 1960s and have been continually researched since.
Just one serving of CardiOat oat cereal per day can lower your cholesterol. One serving of CardiOat has the same amount of oat beta-glucan as three to four servings of porridge oats.
Directions: CardiOat for cholesterol should be taken once a day. Empty one sachet into a bowl and enjoy with milk or dairy alternatives, yoghurt or fresh fruit. It also makes a satisfying snack in between meals.
Products may contain trace amounts of other ingredients if produced in a mixed environment. For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
Concentrated oats (oat seed extract, oat flour, rice flour, sugar, barley malt flour, salt. For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
What is cholesterol?
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a natural part of our body. It is a fat-like substance which is largely produced by the body itself. There are 2 sources of cholesterol: 1) the liver , which produces around 1 gram of cholesterol per day and 2) the diet. Cholesterol is used to form cell membranes, important hormones, bile acid and vitamin D, which is important for the bones. Too much cholesterol in the blood, however, is a major risk factor for arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). This increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as angina pectoris, heart attacks, strokes or circulatory problems.
There are two types of cholesterol in the body: LDL & HDL.
- LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein-Cholesterol) – also called “bad” cholesterol – becomes deposited in the arteries and promotes the process of arteriosclerosis.
- HDL (High Density Lipoprotein-Cholesterol) – also called “good” cholesterol – helps get rid of excessive cholesterol.
Triglycerides (so called neutral fats) in the blood can also promote arteriosclerosis. It is therefore important not only to measure the total cholesterol level, but to be aware of the LDL and HDL cholesterol ratios and the triglyceride level in the blood. CardiOat is proven to reduce the “bad” LDL cholesterol without affecting the “good” HDL cholesterol. All the CardiOat products contain a high percentage of beta-glucan.
What is Oat Beta-Glucan?
Oats have a soft kernel. The protective hull is not edible and makes up 25% of the grain. The hull is removed before processing. The remaining oat kernel contains large quantities of protein, soluble dietary fibres (oat beta-glucan) and unsaturated fatty acids, as well as several vitamins and minerals. In an oat grain, these soluble fibres are naturally present at a particularly high level. More than 100 scientific studies have proven the positive effects of oat beta-glucan. The effect oat beta-glucan has on cholesterol levels was first discovered in the 1960s and has been continually researched since. The CardiOat range of products are especially high in oat beta-glucan, and should be an important part of every food plan.
How do I incorporate CardiOat into my diet?
To ensure maximum benefits from oat beta- glucan, you need to consume one serving of CardiOat each day.
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