National Oatmeal Month

National Oatmeal Month timeline

1966

Quick oats made quicker

Instant Oatmeal, the successor of “Quick-Oats,” from 1922, go public.

1877

First oatmeal company in America

Quaker Oats first registered as first trademark for breakfast cereal.

17th Century

Oatmeal recipes are first introduced

Oats and their recipes were brought over to the New World by European Explorers from the British Isles.

National Oatmeal Month FAQs

When is National Oatmeal Month?

In 2027, National Oatmeal Month will be observed from Saturday, January 1, through Monday, January 31. This month-long celebration encourages everyone to explore the nutritional benefits and versatility of oats.

What are the health benefits of eating oatmeal?

Regular consumption of oatmeal contributes to heart health and digestive wellness due to its unique fiber profile. Beyond that, oats provide sustained energy, making them an excellent choice for a morning meal to keep you feeling full and focused throughout the day.

How many people eat oatmeal regularly?

Oatmeal remains a staple for a significant portion of the population, with surveys often showing it as one of the top choices for hot cereal. Its consistent popularity underscores its role as an accessible and affordable superfood for health-conscious consumers.

What is the difference between rolled oats and steel-cut oats?

The primary distinction lies in processing and texture. Steel-cut oats offer a heartier, nuttier bite and are less processed, while rolled oats are a more convenient option that still provides excellent nutritional value. Both are excellent choices for a healthy diet.

National Oatmeal Month Activities

Try new recipes

The best part about Oatmeal is even if you buy plain oats, the recipes you can make at home are endless. There are all sorts of fruits and honey you can mix in, or if you like food as natural as it comes you can add nuts, and other grains such as, almonds and quinoa. Even spices like cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice enhance flavor without adding extra calories.

Create DIY skin care products

Oatmeal has not changed too much of the centuries, and that is what makes it perfect for beauty products. Oatmeal is known for protecting the skin and soothing it during the roughest of seasons. You can find online D-I-Y versions of body bars, facial masks, bath bombs, and body scrubs infused with oatmeal.

Create Sculptures with Oatmeal

Work oatmeal into your craft projects. For example, if mixing one cup of rolled oats with half a cup of flour, and half a cup of water produces a non-toxic clay. You can even add food coloring to give your sculptures a pop of color. Oatmeal can also be sculpted to make jewelry and tiny beads.

Health Benefits Of Eating Oatmeal

They're nutritionally very well-balanced

They've got lots of important vitamins, minerals and antioxidant plant compounds, and a good balance of fiber and protein.

They can help lower your blood pressure

They're rich in antioxidants, including avenanthramides, which may help reduce blood pressure.

They can help lower blood sugar

They contain large amounts of beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber, which can help lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

Why We Love National Oatmeal Month

Oatmeal is healthier than other whole grains

Oatmeal tends to have the proper amount of daily fiber needed. Despite the sweet aroma they give, oats have a lower glycemic index compared to other whole grains. They also offer lots of energy with the crash!

Oatmeal has a variety of uses

Oatmeal can lower cholesterol significantly by using the anti-oxidants in the meal. Eating Oats also controls blood sugar of those living with Type 2 Diabetes. High – blood pressure can also be lowered with a bowl every day. Pus, thanks to the high amount of dietary fiber, oatmeal keeps us full and can shed off weight.

Oatmeal keeps your full longer

Oatmeal is the best solution for getting ‘the munchies.’ It is a wonderful breakfast food for those on the go by keeping us full until lunch. It also suppresses late night cravings without giving into the guilt of tons of calories per bowl.