Oatstraw Organic [1 oz.]

Oat straw comes from the unripened Avena sativa plant, which is commonly grown

in Northern Europe and North America. As an extract, oat straw is often sold as

a tincture but can also be found in powder and capsules. Potential benefits:

While many benefits have been linked to oat straw extract, only a few have been

studied. May improve blood flow: Research shows that impaired blood flow is a

risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Green oat extract contains a unique

group of antioxidants called avenanthramides, which have been shown to improve

heart health. In particular, they may improve blood flow by increasing the

production of nitric oxide, a molecule that helps dilate blood vessels.One

24-week study in 37 older adults with excess weight found that supplementing

with 1,500 mg of oat straw extract daily significantly improved measures of

blood flow in the heart and brain, compared with a placebo. While research

shows that oat straw extract may help maintain a healthy heart, more long-term

studies are needed to fully understand its effects. May reduce inflammation:

Chronic inflammation has been shown to increase your risk of conditions like

heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Oat straw extract is rich

in many antioxidants, including avenanthramides, which have been shown to help

reduce inflammation, thereby decreasing your risk of these illnesses .

Additionally, test-tube studies indicate that avenanthramides from oats can

reduce the production and secretion of cytokines, which are proinflammatory

compounds that are linked to an increased risk of heart disease and other

chronic conditions. May boost brain function: Oat straw extract may help boost

brain function in older adults. Two studies in older adults with impaired brain

function found that supplementing with 800–1,600 mg of green oat extract

significantly improved memory, attention, and concentration.