How to Do the Oatmeal Diet

Oatmeal gives us our share of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that our bodies need each day to function properly. Oatmeal is also a good source of protein, complex carbohydrates and iron. Another health benefit to eating oatmeal is that the nutrients and fiber it contains can help you lose weight and fight off certain types of cancer. By following a strict 30-day regimen of eating three meals of oatmeal a day and a low-fat snack in between, you will be well on your way to losing as much as 2 to 5 lbs. per week on the oatmeal diet.