Introduction
Oat straw is the hay-like grass that grows with green oats. It has been used to improve brain function and ease feelings of anxiety and stress. Oat straw can be taken as a pill, powder, or extract. It can also be made into a tea.
Dosages
There aren’t any advised doses for oat straw.
What Research Shows
Not Enough Data to Assess
- High cholesterol A1
- Uremic pruritus B1
Editorial process and description of evidence categories can be found at EBSCO NAT Editorial Process.
Editorial process and description of evidence categories can be found at EBSCO NAT Editorial Process.
Safety Notes
It is likely safe to take oat straw in small doses for a short time. Not enough studies have been done to say whether it is safe to use for a long period.
Interactions
Talk to your doctor about any supplements or therapy you would like to use. Some can interfere with treatment or make conditions worse.
References
REFA High Cholesterol
REFA1 Thongoun P, Pavadhgul P, et al. Effect of oat consumption on lipid profiles in hypercholesterolemic adults. J Med Assoc Thai. 2013 Dec;96 Suppl 5:S25-32.
REFB Uremic Puritis
REFB1 Nakhaee S, Nasiri A, et al. Comparison of Avena sativa, vinegar, and hydroxyzine for uremic pruritus of hemodialysis patients: a crossover randomized clinical trial. Iran J Kidney Dis. 2015 Jul;9(4):316-322.