The benefits of whole grains are numerous, latest research being they help us stay lean.**
Oatmeal is high in soluble fiber, and a bowl of oatmeal should be a staple item in your diet. Oatmeal can lower cholesterol and the chance of a heart attack. Some other facst about oatmeal:
- Finely Ground Oats May Help with Skin Care
- Oatmeal is Very Filling and May Help You Lose Weight
- Oats Are Incredibly Nutritious
- Oats Can Improve Blood Sugar Control
- Oats Contain a Powerful Soluble Fiber Called Beta-Glucan
- They Can Lower Cholesterol Levels and Protect LDL Cholesterol From Damage
- They May Decrease The Risk of Childhood Asthma
- Whole Oats Are Rich in Antioxidants
Try this quick, fit breakfast YOUR way:
1/2-1 cup oatmeal (dry old fashioned)
Non dairy milk (use a bit less than double the amount of oatmeal)
Mix and microwave for 1-2 minutes OR place in small pot on stovetop and cook for 5 minutes.
Breakfast done! Top with banana, berries, flax seed, almond butter, unsweetened shredded coconut, dark chocolate chips, dried fruit, WHATEVER!
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