DiscoverZOE Science & NutritionRecap: Should you eat oats every morning? | Sarah Berry
Recap: Should you eat oats every morning? | Sarah Berry

Recap: Should you eat oats every morning? | Sarah Berry

Update: 2026-02-241
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Today, we’re taking a closer look at one of the world’s favourite breakfasts - oats.


Depending on who you ask, oats are either a superfood or source for concern. Either a great way to get fibre or a worrying blood sugar spiker. An all natural ally or pesticide riddled wrong’un. 


So what’s the truth? Are oats a smart start to your day or something to be cautious about?


Professor Sarah Berry joins me to dig into the science. What does the literature say about oats?


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Recap: Should you eat oats every morning? | Sarah Berry

Recap: Should you eat oats every morning? | Sarah Berry

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