Oats - (Avena sativa)
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Oats is a member of the Gramineae family. It's an annual that can grow up to 3 feet high. In folk medicine, oats were used to treat nervous exhaustion, insomnia, and "weakness of the nerves.
You can make oatmeal out of cooked oats: Combine 1/2 cup of oatmeal with 3/4 cup of water and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on medium 3-5 minutes. Remove and mix well. Add cinnamon, raisins, suger or applesauce to taste. Part used: Grain. |
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