Rolled oats are made by steaming whole oat groats (Avena sativa) and then rolling them into flat flakes before drying. This gentle process shortens the cooking time while preserving nearly all of the grain's naturally occurring fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and beneficial phytochemicals. Because rolled oats contain the bran, germ, and endosperm, they remain a true whole grain with many of the nutritional benefits of intact oat groats.

Oats have a mild, slightly sweet flavor and creamy texture that make them one of the most versatile whole grains. They can be cooked into hot cereal, soaked overnight, baked into muffins and quick breads, blended into smoothies, or incorporated into savory grain bowls and veggie burgers. Decades of human clinical research have established oats as one of the best-studied whole grains for supporting cardiovascular health, digestive wellness, and healthy blood sugar regulation.