Cereals and Grains / Whole Grains
Oats, quick-cooking
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 423kcal / 2530kcal (16%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 11.4 g/ 71g (16%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 9.1 g/ 42g (21%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 73.8 g/ 348g (21%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.45 mg/ 1mg (37%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 6.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (38%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 373 mg/ 750mg (49%) high |
Phosphorus | 355 mg/ 700mg (50%) high |
Iron | 3.6 mg/ 12mg (30%) source |
Sodium | 6 mg/ 1500mg (0.4%) very low |
What is this food?
Oats (quick-cooking oats) are whole grain oats that are cooked fast and commonly used for breakfast or snacks. Per 100g, they’re mainly carbohydrates, with a good amount of fiber.
Why it matters to health
Oats can help you feel fuller for longer because they have dietary fiber (10.9g) and relatively low sugar (1.1g). The fiber supports healthy digestion and can help improve how your body handles carbs in meals. They also provide some healthy energy for your day’s activities. For cautions: oats have total fat (9.1g) and saturated fat (1.55g), so it’s best to pair them with lighter toppings (like fruit or nuts in small amounts) rather than heavy cream or lots of butter. Sodium is low (6mg), which is good, but watch the sodium if you add instant flavorings or sweetened mixes.
Healthier tips
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), use oats as a breakfast or a mid-morning snack.
- Portion guide: start with about 40–60g dry oats per serving, then adjust based on your hunger and activity.
- Make it balanced: add protein (milk/unsweetened soy milk, yogurt, or a boiled egg on the side) and fiber-rich toppings (banana, berries, chia, or grated apple).
- Keep it less sweet: choose plain oats and limit added sugar/honey; use fruit for natural sweetness.
- If you’re adding nuts or peanut butter, keep the amount small—these add extra calories and fat.
Common Filipino dishes
Oatmeal (lugaw-style oats), champorado with oats, overnight oats, oatmeal with milk and banana, oatmeal with peanut butter and fruit
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