Organic Oat Bran 350g

Oat bran is the outer layer of the oat grain, separated from the endosperm during milling — the most fibre-rich part of the oat and the primary location of beta-glucan, the soluble fibre clinically proven to reduce LDL cholesterol. These certified organic oat bran from Just Natural Organic provide a concentrated nutritional punch: more beta-glucan, more protein, and more B vitamins per gram than whole rolled oats.

With around 15g of beta-glucan per 100g (versus ~4g in rolled oats) and 17g of protein, oat bran is the most efficient way to get the cholesterol-lowering benefits of oats without eating large quantities.

Certified organic by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 350g.

Stir 2–3 tbsp into porridge, yoghurt, smoothies, or overnight oats. Add to muffin or bread batter. Use as a porridge in its own right (cook 1:3 with milk for 2–3 minutes). Mix into energy balls. Sprinkle over cereal.

Recipe idea — Oat Bran Muffins: Mix 150g oat bran, 100g plain flour, 2 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp brown sugar. In a jug, whisk 1 egg, 200ml milk, 3 tbsp oil, and 1 tsp vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in 80g blueberries. Divide into 10 cases and bake at 190°C for 18–20 minutes. High in beta-glucan and fibre — a genuinely nutritious muffin.

Key nutrients: Very high beta-glucan (15g/100g — concentrated cholesterol-lowering fibre), protein (17g/100g), thiamine (B1), manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium. The most nutrient-dense part of the oat grain.

Ingredients: Organic Oat Bran.

FAQs

Is oat bran the same as oatmeal?
No — oat bran is the outer layer of the oat, separated from the grain. Oatmeal is the entire oat grain ground into a flour or fine meal. Oat bran is more concentrated in beta-glucan and protein; oatmeal contains the full grain including the endosperm and germ.

How much oat bran do I need for cholesterol benefits?
Clinical studies and EU health claims use 3g of beta-glucan per day. Oat bran contains around 15g beta-glucan per 100g, so approximately 20g of oat bran (2 heaped tablespoons) daily provides the target amount. It's most effective when consumed with sufficient liquid.

Is oat bran gluten-free?
Oats don't naturally contain gluten but are often cross-contaminated. These are not certified gluten-free.