Oatmeal Calories & Nutrition

A whole-grain breakfast classic high in soluble fiber (beta-glucan), particularly the type linked to lower cholesterol.

Calories

166

per 1 cup cooked

Protein

5.9g

Carbs

28.1g

Fat

3.5g

Macro split

Protein 14%Carbs 67%Fat 19%

Calories in Oatmeal by serving size

ServingCal
1 cup cooked (234g)166
100 g (100g)71
1/2 cup dry rolled oats (40g)28

Detailed nutrition

Per 1 cup cooked (234g)

Fiber4g
Sugar1.2g
Saturated fat0.5g
Sodium9.4mg
Potassium163.8mg

Why eat oatmeal?

1

Beta-glucan fiber lowers LDL cholesterol

2

Sustained energy from slow-release carbs

3

Cheap, shelf-stable, customizable

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Oatmeal FAQs

How many calories in a cup of oatmeal?+

About 166 calories per cup of cooked oatmeal (made with water).

Is oatmeal good for weight loss?+

Excellent — high fiber, high satiety, low calorie density. Watch added toppings: brown sugar and butter add up fast.

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