Is there a health difference between rolled oats and steel cut?

I know that steel cut oats go through less processing, so there’s a debate about whether or not rolled oats (which are also steamed to cut back on cooking time) have less vitamins and minerals. Steel cut oats also have a lower glycemic index than rolled oats – but both are still considered “low”.

So, health-wise, the debate rages on. The biggest and most noticeable difference is going to be found in the taste. Steel cut oats tend to be a little chewier and have a nuttier taste than rolled oats.

It sounds like steel cut are slightly more in favor, then, from the health side. Though they may be the same. Hmmm… thanks.

@finkelitis Yeah, the added benefits may be minimal at best, but regarding the glycemic index, at least, they win (even if barely) in that regard.

The health benefit of steel cut oats is that if you are trying to eat oatmeal on a daily basis, it’s easier to do it with the steel cut oats, because they are more flavorful. You would be more likely to stick with it.

“Nutrients – Let’s compare the Quaker Steel Cut Oats to Quaker Rolled Oats.

¼ cup of Quaker steel cut oats:
Calories – 150
Fat – 2.5g
Carbs – 27g
Fiber – 4g
Sugar – 1g
Protein – 5g

½ cup of Quaker old fashioned oats and quick oats:
Calories – 150
Fat – 3g
Carbs – 27g
Fiber – 4g
Sugar – 1g
Protein – 5g

The label is virtually identical for all three types; the only difference is half a gram of fat.

Glycemic Index – I have seen steel cut oats rated at 42 and rolled oats rated at 50 on the Glycemic Index. Both would be considered “low” and therefore neither is a huge threat to spiking your blood sugar.”

Source

Virtually everything you always wanted to know about oats, but were afraid to ask! : D

http://www.formerfatguy.com/articles/oatmeal/oats.asp

I think it’s more a texture thing and so people favor one over the other as far as the fibre effect on their digestion.