Ayurvedic physicians have been known to use oats to help with opium withdrawal. Subsequently, good results have been obtained treating people heavily addicted to cigarettes and other narcotic substances. This must be due to the significant mild sedative effect and restorative action of oats on the nervous system. A customer of mine eats her porridge before she goes to bed at night to ensure a restful sleep. The oat tincture is a good one to use for children suffering from irritability and hyperactivity.
Oats are an excellent breakfast food for the young.
They have a warming, thermal nature, releasing energy throughout the day. They are one of the richest silicon foods, helping to renew bones and all connective tissue. Oats also contain phosphorus, required for brain and nerve formation during youth. In a small bowl mix the honey, yeast and milk together until smooth. On the slowest speed, using a dough hook attachment, mix the liquid into the flours adding the warm water slowly until a soft dough is formed.