Beta-glucan is a typical oat fibre that belongs to the group of soluble fibre. Oat beta-glucan has been shown to reduce blood cholesterol levels. This effect occurs with a daily intake of 3 g of oat beta-glucan.
Studies show that regular consumption of oat products can reduce cholesterol by up to 15 percent after three to six weeks. In addition, the viscous gel formed by beta-glucan also prevents or slows down the absorption of dietary cholesterol into the small intestine.
On the packaging of oat products there are two scientifically proven claims about the effect on cholesterol levels: Oat beta-glucan has been proven to reduce the cholesterol content in the blood. Oat beta-glucan helps maintain normal blood cholesterol levels.
