Oats: The Simple Superfood for Performance, Health, and Longevity Ep 149

Find Your Edge: Training, Nutrition + Longevity for Endurance Athletes · Jun 25, 2026 · 42m · transcript

Are oats really the superfood they're made out to be?

In this episode of the Find Your Edge Podcast, Chris Newport and dietetic intern Emily Qiu break down everything endurance athletes need to know about oats, oatmeal, beta-glucan fiber, blood sugar control, heart health, gut health, and performance nutrition.

You'll learn:

• Why oats support both performance and longevity

• What beta-glucan fiber actually does

• The differences between steel-cut, rolled, quick, and instant oats

• How oats affect blood sugar and energy levels

• The best ways to incorporate oats into your nutrition plan

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