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Oat flakes

Oat flakes

Carb Check

Carbs
59g
Carbs
Fiber
10g
Fiber
Net Carbs
49.0g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
5.9g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Index
40
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
2.4
Glycemic Load

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.

Diet Check

Low Carb
No
Keto
No
Carnivore
No
Paleo
No
Slow Carb
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Low FODMAP
Yes

pH Check

Oat flakes
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Oat flakes

  • Nutrient
    g
  • Water
    10.0g
  • Fiber
    10.0g
  • Carbs
    59.0g
  • Fat
    7.0g
  • Protein
    13.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

Histamine
Not present
Purine
Not present
Tyramine
Not present
FODMAP
Low
Oxalate
Moderate
Goitrogen
Not present
Sulfite
Not present
Nitrate
Not present
Antioxidants
Moderate

Legend

Not present
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.

Oat flakes are a nutrient-rich cereal option, high in carbohydrates but also packed with dietary fiber and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. While beneficial for nutrient intake, their carbohydrate content might limit their use in a very low-carb diet.

  • Carbohydrate content: 59g per 100g serving
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Rich in potassium and iron, providing 101.7% and 395.2% of RDA respectively
  • High nutrient density with significant levels of magnesium and phosphorus

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
0 μg
Vitamin C
0 mg
Vitamin B 1 (Thiamine)
0.59 mg
Vitamin B 2 (Riboflavin)
0.15 mg
Vitamin B 6 (Pyridoxine)
0.16 mg
Beta-Carotene (ß-Carotene)
0.001 μg

Mineral Check

Sodium
15 mg
Calcium
45 mg
Iron
5.5 mg
Potassium
400 mg
Magnesium
130 mg
Phosphorus
430 mg
Zinc
4 mg

Allergen Check

Fructose
Not present
Lactose
Not present
Gluten
Not present
Soy
Not present
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High

Is Oat flakes keto?

No, oat flakes are generally not suitable for a ketogenic diet due to their high carbohydrate content of 59g per 100g. Despite their rich nutrient composition, the carb levels can disrupt ketosis.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Oat flakes

Oat flakes have a moderate glycemic index of 40, indicating a slower release of glucose as compared to high-GI foods. This may be less impactful on blood sugar levels, but their high carbohydrate content should still be considered for those closely monitoring their glycemic response.