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Fluid Extract from the Unripened Stems and Leaves of Avena sativa Plant in 30% Ethanol and Purified Water
Ingredients
Oat straw extract comes from its stems and leaves, which are harvested earlier while the grass is still green.
Oat straw extract goes by many names, including green oat and wild oat extracts. It’s high in iron, manganese, and zinc.
Traditional Use and Health Benefits
- Improves blood flow and this is of benefit to the heart. Green oat extract contains a unique group of antioxidants called avenanthramides, which have been shown to improve heart health. In particular, they may improve blood flow by increasing the production of nitric oxide, a molecule that helps dilate blood vessels
- Oat straw extract is rich in many antioxidants, including avenanthramides, which have been shown to help reduce inflammation
- Oat straw extract may help boost brain function in older adults. Two studies in older adults with impaired brain function found that supplementing with 800–1,600 mg of green oat extract significantly improved memory, attention, and concentration.
- Traditionally, oat straw extract has been used to relieve stress, anxiety, and depression. While research is limited, some studies suggest that the extract may improve mood by inhibiting the enzyme phosphodiesterase type 4 (PDE4), which is found in immune cells.
For maximal therapeutic results, modern herbalists use blend of herbs with multiple beneficial effects. Oat straw extract is a common ingredient in herbal blends designed to calm both the body and mind and relieve stress and nervous tension.
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