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The Nutritional Information of Bob's Red Mill Oatmeal

Jul 20, 2011 | By Brian Willett

Bob's Red Mill is a company that manufactures a number of gluten-free products, ranging from cereals and cake mixes to oatmeal. As with traditional oatmeal, Bob's Red Mill oatmeal is a rich source of carbohydrates that also provides a significant amount of fiber. Note that cooking this oatmeal with milk or adding sugar will alter the nutritional value.

Calories

Each cup of cooked Bob's Red Mill oatmeal contains 180 calories. This is a relatively small amount, comprising 9 percent of your daily caloric intake, based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Bob's Red Mill oatmeal contains fewer calories than several other popular breakfast items such as a 71 g bagel, which provides about 270 calories.

Carbohydrates

Bob's Red Mill oatmeal is a rich source of carbohydrates, your body's primary source of energy. Each cup of this oatmeal contains 32 g of carbohydrates, with just 1 g of sugar. Oatmeal contains complex carbohydrates, which provide sustained energy, so Bob's Red Mill oatmeal can be a good choice for a pre-exercise meal.

Fiber

Bob's Red Mill oatmeal is also a rich source of dietary fiber. Each cooked cup of this food provides 5 g of fiber, a nutrient you need for optimal health. Fiber helps keep your blood sugar levels stable, may help manage your cholesterol levels, and provides feelings of fullness.

Protein

Bob's Red Mill oatmeal is a good source of protein. Each cup of this oatmeal provides 7 g of this nutrient, 1 g more than an egg provides. However, an the egg contains less than half the calories in 1 cup of oatmeal. Protein helps build and maintain your body's tissues.

Fat

Bob's Red Mill oatmeal contains 4 g of oatmeal per cooked cup. Only 1 g of this fat comes from saturated fat, a type of fat that may promote an increased risk of heart disease.

Vitamins and Minerals

Bob's Red Mill is not a particularly rich source of vitamins and minerals, but each cup does contain 15 percent of the daily recommended intake of iron, which helps form proteins that transport oxygen to your body's cells.

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Article reviewed by Mia Paul Last updated on: Jul 20, 2011

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