Does oat straw increase estrogen?
Interestingly some of the key Western actions and medicinal (biochemical) uses for oat straw are as an antioxidant and anti-depressant; as a rich source of carbohydrates; lowering cholesterol and blood sugar; preventing heart disease; increasing blood flow to the brain (via increased nitric oxide synthesis); and . Its antioxidant properties, particularly from compounds like avenanthramides, are believed to help with blood flow and inflammation. Some proponents suggest that oat straw may also aid in smoking cessation and improve skin and bone health due to its moisturizing and mineral content.