Pooled analyses showed that oat β-glucan has a lowering effect on LDL-cholesterol , non-HDL-cholesterol and apoB. Inclusion of oat-containing foods may be a strategy for achieving targets in CVD reduction
Oats are a rich source of β-glucan , a viscous , soluble fibre recognised for its cholesterol-lowering properties , and are associated with reduced risk of CVD .
Our objective was to conduct a systematic review and meta- analysis of r and omised-controlled trials ( RCT ) investigating the cholesterol-lowering potential of oat β-glucan on LDL-cholesterol , non-HDL-cholesterol and apoB for the risk reduction of CVD .
Randomized controlled trial of oatmeal consumption versus noodle consumption on blood lipids of urban Chinese adults with hypercholesterolemia
Background Cardiovascular disease ( CVD ) is the leading cause of death in China and worldwide . Whole grain oats can reduce risk of CVD by reducing total and LDL-cholesterol , major risk factors for CVD . While this association has been established in many population s , data from Asian population s is limited . Thus , this study investigated the impact of oat consumption on cholesterol levels in Chinese adults . Male and female data from this work were previously published separately in m and arin in two Chinese journals . The combined male and female data were reanalyzed and are presented here . Methods A r and omized , controlled , parallel-arm study was conducted at Beijing Hospital , Beijing china . Subjects were adults ( men and women ) with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia . The oat group ( n=85 ) consumed 100grams of instant oat cereal versus the control group ( n=81 ) who consumed 100grams of wheat flour-based noodles daily for 6weeks . Laboratory and anthropometric measurements were conducted at baseline and at the end of the 6-week intervention . Results Dietary fiber intake increased significantly in the oat group compared to the control group at the end of the 6-week intervention . Total- , LDL-cholesterol and waist circumference decreased significantly in the oat group compared to the control . HDL-cholesterol decreased significantly in the control group versus the oat group . There were no significant changes in blood pressure , other anthropometric or laboratory measures between the two groups at the end of the intervention . Conclusions Instant oatmeal consumed daily for 6 weeks significantly increased fiber intake and decreased major risk factors for CVD in Chinese adults with hypercholesterolemia . Increased consumption of whole grains , including oats , should continue to be encouraged
Pooled analyses showed that oat β-glucan has a lowering effect on LDL-cholesterol , non-HDL-cholesterol and apoB. Inclusion of oat-containing foods may be a strategy for achieving targets in CVD reduction
Oats are a rich source of β-glucan , a viscous , soluble fibre recognised for its cholesterol-lowering properties , and are associated with reduced risk of CVD .
Our objective was to conduct a systematic review and meta- analysis of r and omised-controlled trials ( RCT ) investigating the cholesterol-lowering potential of oat β-glucan on LDL-cholesterol , non-HDL-cholesterol and apoB for the risk reduction of CVD .