Oat milk can be a healthy regular addition to your diet, but it can cause negative effects in some people. Know the pros and cons of drinking oat milk every day so you can make an informed choice about how often and how much to drink.

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1. Allergic Reaction

Oat allergies are not among the top food allergies in the United States, but they can happen. If you have an oat allergy, you may develop irritated or itchy skin, among other symptoms, after drinking oat milk.

In very rare circumstances, it may be possible to have a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction to oats or oat milk, where you can develop difficulty breathing.

You may also be allergic to additives in oat milk, like xanthan gum , which can cause digestive issues.

2. Bloating and Indigestion

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