OATSTRAW (Avena sativa) aka - Common Oat, Groats                                                                      

Oatstraw has a calming effect on the nerves and is a strong nutritive nervine for depression. It helps hold calcium in the body and is very high in silica. Oatstraw is a stimulant and is rich in body building materials. Used as a facial pack it is helpful for slowing down wrinkles and used as an external pack it can be used for psoriasis and other skin disorders. It helps reduce high blood pressure by reducing cholesterol levels, thus increasing circulation, its benefits being directed to the brain and body. Oatstraw is helpful for treating menopausal problems and helps lessen the problems associated with drug withdrawal.