Where Does the Protein Come From in Oats? A Nutritional Breakdown
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Oats, a cereal grain cultivated for millennia, contain a higher percentage of protein (11–17% by dry weight) than most other common cereals like wheat or rice. This protein is not sourced in the same way as in most other grains, owing to a unique nutritional profile that has made oats a staple in health-conscious diets globally.
