Sammz Organic Oats

10/07/2014

If you have ever wondered if oats are GMO grown, here is a great article.
http://modernfarmer.com/2014/01/heres-gmo-oats/

There are many reasons there are no genetically modified oats. But the main one is money.

07/02/2014

What's good for our bodies? This question gets very confusing with all the information out there on what to eat and what not to eat. But I found this article very pleasing and just maybe easy enough to remember and follow. Anyway, just wanted to share this with all of you. And, of course, it was a nice surprise to see that oats is one of the 19 listed.

Cooking tasty and healthy meals from scratch is easy and can be super-quick if you're set up and ready to go. The key to success is having your kitchen stocked to rock....

06/02/2014

What have I been up to? Well, Cambria was recently a host community for one stage of the Amgen Cyclist Tour Race down the California coast. I was fortunate enough to be a local vendor at the event. Quite a day it was. Can't say the cyclists' minds were on oatmeal, but I do know they are definitely believers in it for their diets. Could go on about that but will keep this short.

03/25/2014

Oatmeal Beauty Benefits: 5 Amazing Uses Besides A Hot And Hearty Meal

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/05/oatmeal-beauty-benefits_n_4214053.html?ref=topbar

Oatmeal and winter go hand in hand. Whenever we jumpstart our mornings with a warm bowl of oatmeal topped with fresh figs, sesame seeds or chocolate, we feel more energetic and ready to take on the day.

11/04/2013

I get a question asked a lot having to do with oat enzymes being destroyed in the processing phase. Many of you who are into oats will love this explanation.

"Oats, unlike other grains, are quite difficult to process. They contain as much as 5 times the fat of wheat. They carry large amounts of a fat digesting enzyme, and become rancid if left unprocessed. All oat groats (whole grain oats) undergo a heating treatment that deactivates that enzyme. So, why do we eat oats if they’re such a hassle? Because they’re really healthy, that’s why. They’re super rich in beta-glucans (indigestible carbohydrates) which absorb and hold water and which are responsible for lowering blood cholesterol. Oats also contain loads of antioxidants – which is always good.
http://www.almightydad.com/fitness-nutrition/oatmeal-for-breakfast-rolled-or-steel-cut

10/24/2013

Oatmeal and Carbohydrates

Oatmeal fits well into a diabetic eating plan centered around the glycemic index or carbohydrate counting. The glycemic index of oatmeal is 61, according to Harvard Health Publications. A rating of 61 qualifies oatmeal as a moderate index food, making it a safe choice as a meal. The carbohydrate content of oatmeal also makes it a suitable choice for a diabetic counting carbohydrates. In one cup of cooked oatmeal, there are 28 g of carbohydrates. The American Diabetes Association advises that most diabetics may eat between 45 g and 60 g of carbohydrates per meal. Following this rule, even if your carbohydrate intake is at the lower end, oatmeal is a perfect addition to your meal. Its carbohydrate content even allows room for adding fruit or having a glass of juice or milk.

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/440584-oatmeal-for-diabetics/

Diabetics must be aware of how every food they eat affects their blood sugar. The goal of diabetes management should be to control blood glucose, especially after eating. Eating oatmeal is a good way to do this, because of its macronutrient, vitamin and mineral makeup. After you eat, try to keep you...

10/14/2013

Interesting Stuff:. "What's in McDonald's Oatmeal? More Than You Bargained For.

10/09/2013

"REAL FOOD PROJECT; WHAT WE REALLY CRAVE."

Sharing with all of you an extremely insightful video with an emphasis towards kids but really for everyone.

www.foodmyths.org

09/29/2013

Here is a great list of Powerfoods I think you all will enjoy. I know I did. Don't see Kale on there though!
http://realfoodforlife.com/powerfoods/

Powerfoods are packed with nutrition; the body loves them. Powerfoods have specific influences on the body. That's why we say they have 'power'

04/15/2013

Just an update on the farmer's market scene. I have been wanting to get into this Saturday morning market (8:00 am to 10:45 am) in SLO on Madonna Road for such a long time. I just did my fourth weekend, and it is going very well. Because it's an early morning market, I decided to try serving hot oatmeal with toppings and several choices of milk (coconut milk, almond milk and half and half). So far it's going very well. Hopefully will gain local regulars. Will post a couple of pictures next week.

03/04/2013

This little fellow comes by often to my booth at the Morro Bay Farmer's Market for a little oatmeal treat