Find out what food to add to your morning routine to power you through the day.
Oatmeal is as close to perfect as it’s possible for you to get for a breakfast food.
It’s a whole food with one ingredient-oats.
What more could you want from a breakfast food?
Read on to find out even more reasons why oatmeal is No.
1 in our book.
Cook up a pot of oats and portion them out for a few different mornings.
Or use quick-cooking oats for breakfast in less than 5 minutes.
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Despite all these benefits, most of us aren’t getting enough fiber.
Women should aim for at least 25 grams of fiber a day; men need at least 38 grams.
Add fruit and nuts to your oatmeal for even more of a fiber boost in the morning.
Oatmeal Is a Good Carb
Oatmeal is a whole-grain powerhouse.
No need to fear carbs at breakfast.
Complex carbohydrates, like oats, take longer for your body to digest.
They don’t cause the same swings in blood sugars as simple carbs like white bread or sugar.
Plus, oats deliver nutrients like magnesium and phosphorus.
Because the fiber in oats keeps you full, you’re less likely to eat more in the morning.
Regular breakfast eaters tend to be leaner and more successful at losing weight-and keeping it off-when they eat breakfast.
Just watch out for sugary flavored varieties, and consider pairing your oatmeal with some protein.
you might also use water to make your oatmeal.
Gluten-Free:Oats themselves are gluten-free, but they’re often cross-contaminated with wheat or barley.
Be sure to look for oats labeled gluten-free if you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Savory:Don’t limit yourself to sweet and fruity toppings.
Try an egg and hot sauce!
Try thesePeanut Butter, Blueberry & Oat Energy Squaresor one of our best homemade granola bar recipes.
