Approved Oat Bran ß-glucan Health Claims

Health Claims Regarding Cholesterol

1997 USA FDA

'Soluble fiber from foods such as oat bran, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease'

2001 Sweden SNF

'Soluble fibre from oat bran may help reduce cholesterol'

2004 United Kingdom JHCI

'The inclusion of oat bran can help reduce cholesterol as part of a diet low in saturated fat and a healthy lifestyle'.

2005 Netherlands Voedingscentrum

'One daily portion of Pro Fit (OatWell® oat bran based bread) reduces cholesterol within three weeks and helps maintain healthy arteries and blood vessels'

2006 Switzerland BAG

'Oat bran favorably impacts cholesterol levels'

Health Claims Regarding GI (Glycemic Index) 

2002 Sweden SNF

'Oat bran ß-glucan reduces blood glucose and insulin response'