Hirvelä Sydänkaura is a health-promoting oat product made in Finland. It is rich in protein and contains both soluble and insoluble fiber from oats. Regular intake of oat soluble fiber, beta-glucan, has been shown to lower blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease*. The product is gluten-free and carries the “Hyvää Suomesta” label. Hirvelän Kauratuotteet Oy has been producing oat products since 1966.
* The beneficial effect of beta-glucan is achieved by consuming 3 grams of beta-glucan daily as part of a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.