00:00oat milk may sound like the ultimate healthy choice but here are five hidden downsides you
00:04need to know first up carbs flavored oat milk can pack 15 to 20 grams of carbs per cup
00:11that's a problem for anyone watching their blood sugar or following a low carb diet
00:16second low protein compared to cow's milk or soy milk oat milk falls short you only get about three
00:23to four grams per cup that's not enough if you're trying to stay full or build muscle
00:27third gluten risks oats are naturally gluten-free but cross-contamination during processing means
00:34oat milk might not be if you've got celiac disease or gluten sensitivity always check the label
00:41fourth blood sugar spikes the combo of high carbs and low protein can cause sugar crashes
00:47especially if you drink flavored versions loaded with added sugars and fifth weight gain some oat
00:53milk sneak in oils fats and sweeteners that adds extra calories with barely any protein to keep you
00:59full too much of it can quietly sabotage your health goals so if you love oat milk go for unsweetened high
01:05fiber and gluten-free options and read those labels carefully
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