Oat water: The rising health trend rivaling diabetes drugs

Much has already been written and said about oatmeal. Those who care about healthy eating praise breakfasts based on oatmeal, assuring that it provides energy and satisfies the appetite. However, oats can also be consumed in other forms. Increasingly, oat water is being prepared from them.

Oat water is a drink made from oats and water. It’s a treat for oatmeal fans and anyone with constipation issues. Oat water gained popularity when Ozempic, a drug used for type 2 diabetes, was in the spotlight. According to many, the action of a drink based on oat water with lime is similar to the real Ozempic.

Oat water is a drink rich in fiber, which is extremely beneficial for the digestive tract. Fibre stimulates saliva production and binds excess stomach acids. It helps prevent constipation and provides a longer feeling of fullness. Moreover, insoluble fiber is a natural detoxifier, cleansing the body of unnecessary metabolic waste and harmful toxins.

Oat water is an excellent source of fiber, B vitamins, phosphorus, and iron, as well as essential amino acids, substances that we cannot synthesize ourselves. It is particularly recommended for people with diabetes as it contains slow-burning carbohydrates that help control blood glucose levels. Regular consumption of oat water can also lower cholesterol levels in the blood.

How is oat water made? There are several ways to prepare it. Most often, oats are soaked in water and left overnight. After this time, the whole mixture should be blended and seasoned to taste, for example, with cinnamon or vanilla. Oat water is best consumed on an empty stomach, positively affecting digestive processes and supporting metabolism. However, it can also be sipped throughout the day. It's important to remember that increasing fiber intake in the diet also requires increased water intake.

Oatzempic ("oat" being "owies" in English) is a drink made from oat water and lime juice. Its action is compared to that of Ozempic (hence the second part of the name). To recall, Ozempic is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The drug's ingredient is glutes, which are increasingly being discussed in the context of treating obesity. Glutides help regulate blood sugar levels by increasing insulin and decreasing glucagon secretion, significantly inhibiting appetite.

In light of the limited availability and high prices of drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy, more patients struggling with obesity are beginning to look for natural alternatives to help them in their battle against excess weight. One such alternative has turned out to be Oatzempic. So, how does the mixture of oat water and lime juice work on the body?

Oats are known for their beneficial properties. They are rich in fiber, which positively affects the feeling of fullness, regulates the work of the digestive system, and also contains many vitamins and minerals. Like any acidic citrus, Lime has a low glycaemic index and can slow down the absorption of sugars from food and support fat metabolism. However, experts emphasize that this drink does not have the same mechanism of action as Ozempic. Therefore, it can become part of a balanced diet rather than a magical means that would lead to weight loss.