Organic Oat: Is the edible, outermost layer of the oat kernel. The ingested oat acts as sponge to absorb LDL cholesterol and slows down its absorption into the body. LDL cholesterol is known as the bad cholesterol because it sticks to the walls of the arteries and causes atherosclerosis. When taken regularly, it may help to lower total cholesterol levels by 25% or more within a time periodof1 to 3 months. Other than it's benefits for reducing cholesterol, it is also known to be a complex carbohydrate, that is absorbed slowly into the body. This means that Sugar is absorbed into the bloodstream at a slow and steady rate. This is useful for diabetics and keeps the body supplied with energy for longer periods than other types of foods.