From a tasty treat to a skin-care solution, oats have an array of uses. Illinois’ climate and soil enable farmers throughout the state to produce a large amount of oats. Check out more fun oat facts.
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- Ancient Egyptians used oats to treat skin diseases.
- Oats can relieve itchy skin.
- Oats are a popular ingredient in natural face masks or scrubs.
- Place an open bowl of raw oats in your refrigerator to eliminate smells.
- Mix rolled oats with flour and add a little water and food coloring to create molding clay for kids.
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Sources: AgriNews, CropProphet, EOS Data Analytics, Quaker Oats, University of Illinois College of Medicine
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