How to sprout oats at home

Since ancient times, germinated oats has been a popular remedy for the treatment and prevention of many diseases. Even in ancient Egypt, it was eaten for medicinal purposes, in the hope of getting rid of ailments, and today there is a new and fairly widespread direction raw foods, in which germinated oats is the main product. However, in order to use these healthy seeds daily in the diet, it is necessary to germinate them properly.

The benefits of germinated oats for the body

Germinated grains of oats are a real storehouse of microelements and vitamins. By its composition of nutrients, oats can safely compete with the most expensive dietary supplements, not conceding in any points. In order to confirm the high value of grains in practice, an example should be given from history: in the last century,Due to the frequent diseases of the rural population of India, the government decided to conduct a special state “seedling” program, in which several kilograms of oats were allocated to each family for germination and consumption. Thanks to this policy, the Indian leadership was able to significantly reduce mortality and increase life expectancy at times.

What can ordinary, nondescript germinated seeds of oats give to the human body?

1. Germinated oats stimulates the work of gastrointestinal peristalsis, in other words, eliminates constipation, flatulence, colic, gravity and many more problems associated with digestion.
2. Oats in the germination phase is an excellent substitute for vitamin complexes, as it contains in its composition all the substances necessary to maintain good health. In the grains there are amino acids, the content of which increases several times as they grow, vitamins of groups B, E, C, PP, K and many others. Oats will help to effectively cure hypovitaminosis and protect the body from seasonal diseases.
3. The germination phase of plants is the most active and powerful, filled with real natural energy.At this time, millions of processes occur in the grain, so that bright, juicy stems and leaflets start to appear from dead, at first glance, beads. For the human body, this charge of energy can positively affect mood, metabolic processes, set up in a positive way.
4. It is known that the use of germinated oats is useful for the entire adult population, but the beautiful half of humankind especially uses this gift of nature. Due to the high content of iron, magnesium, phosphorus, grains are able to give hair shine, strength and strength. After regular use, the girls begin to notice the strengthening of the nails, the teeth are also saturated with the missing elements. It is worth adding that the extract of germinated oats is intensively used in the production of cosmetics, so grains grown at home can be an excellent substitute for chemical products.
5. Germinated grains also accelerate metabolic processes, prevent the occurrence of blood clots, promote blood renewal, and have a positive effect on the thyroid gland.

How to sprout oats at home

Having bought oats, it is recommended to give the seeds “get used” to room temperature for a few minutes, it is especially important if you are going to germinate seeds in winter. Extreme temperatures may adversely affect germination.

Do not try to germinate a large number of grains at once - the shelf life of such a product is only 3 days in the refrigerator. It is better to prepare cereals as they are used.

The most important elements for the germination of oats - lighting, water and temperature. Therefore, prepare a place in which there will be a temperature of about 23 degrees Celsius, there will be no drafts, and the sunlight will not be direct. The windowsill is the most suitable in the apartments, however you can arrange the dishes with seeds in any other suitable place.

There are several methods available for sprouting oats:

1. Rinse a small amount of seeds, about a handful, under running water and transfer to a clean jar. Fill the grains with water at room temperature and hold them for 8 hours (it is not recommended to close the jar with a lid). After the expiration date, rinse the swollen seeds and place them on a saucer covered with a wet piece of cloth; cover the oats with the same wet shawl or gauze on top.In order for germinated oats to be eaten, another 12-14 hours must pass. After this time, white “tails” of no more than 2 mm appear on the grains - this suggests that the seeds have accumulated the greatest amount of useful substances and can be included in your diet.
2. In order to speed up the germination of seeds, you can use the following method. Pour 3 tablespoons of washed oats into a small volume jar. Fill with room temperature water (0.5 liters), cover with gauze and secure it with a rubber band or use a cover with frequent and small holes. Let stand for 8 hours (for example, at night). In the morning, without opening the can, pour out the water, add a new one, gently shake the can, then pour it again. Turn the jar upside down and set on the device, such as drying plates or spoons. Perform this procedure daily for 3-4 times. Already in the evening, you will notice how sprouts begin to hatch. Put the seeds in a container and refrigerate. Remember that you can eat sprouted oats only for 3 days!

Note!

Before you buy oats in the store, make sure the seeds are clean and dense.Seeds that have lain for a year are best suited, but carefully examine the grasses for traces of decay - if you feel a sharp smell or mold is visible, it is better to refuse to buy and look for other oats.

If you missed the moment, and the seeds already have greenish sprouts larger than 2 mm - in any case, do not eat them! They become poisonous! Better throw out and prepare new germinated seeds.

There are some contraindications for eating oats! Before you begin treatment with this folk remedy, you must consult a specialist. One of the most common diseases in which eating sprouted grains is dangerous is:

• Kidney disease
• Gallbladder
• Hearts
• Liver

Some patients may experience individual intolerance, so before you start to germinate for yourself oats, learn about the possible side effects.

Germinated seeds of such useful cereal as oats are a whole storehouse of useful substances that help to cope with many diseases. In order to use them daily in the diet, you need to properly produce all the technology of their germination.Observing all of the above tips, you can improve your body by giving it even more strength for good deeds and majestic deeds!

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