The flakes are cereal grains that have been crushed to facilitate digestion, keeping the properties of the grain. Oats contain abundant protein, as well as carbohydrates, healthy fats (unsaturated fats and linoleic acid), vitamins, minerals and trace elements. These properties make this grain provides energy, avoiding the feeling of tiredness that is produced by the drop in glucose. It is an excellent source of B-complex vitamins, vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin D. It also contains minerals such as calcium, which prevents osteoporosis. It is rich in iron, so it helps in transporting oxygen to the body tissues. Along with this, oats provide zinc, which plays a key role in the performance of insulin.