Luckily there are plenty of ways to spice up oatmeal, some healthier than others. It’s pretty scary stuff. Other than the partial cooking, the oats won’t have been artificially processed or stripped of any goodness which means oatmeal remains a whole grain, keeping its germ and bran. Want to try oats for an other-than-morning meal? Oats pack a powerful dose of both macronutrients (protein and fiber) and micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients). I have experimented with sweet and savory toppings, but prefer some garlic salt right out of the microwave, which emulates a butter flavor and is low calorie. I wasn’t so sure about oats but I’ll definitely be having them for breakfast. Diets high in phytic acid can impair your bones & oral health. Litre, it’s multiples and submultiples it will be more accurate. Sometimes I add a teaspoon of brown sugar if I’m feeling naughty.

Is the recommended portion size cooked or pre-cooked? This does not tell me if oatmeal is actually good for you. A couple of minutes depending on your microwave. This is as most oats have been partially cooked before packaging, as said before, raw oats will take up to an hour to cook.

One-half cup provides 4 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein and only 150 calories. I make it with 1 cup of vanilla soy milk so I don’t have to add anything for flavor. Especially if you’re eating the right kind. Oats contain more soluble fiber than wheat, corn or rice. I have to wonder if it is more that you are not eating eggs, bacon and things like that for breakfast than it is eating oatmeal with all these studies.

The combination of fiber and protein make oats a great choice for breakfast, helping to keep you full until it’s time to take a lunch break. Soluble fiber slows digestion allowing you to feel full for longer, helping to control your eating. However, old-fashioned oats and steel cut oats are preferable to instant oats. So, whether you are considered ‘at risk’ of developing diabetes or not, daily oatmeal can help prevent or daily its development. © Business 2 Community. Adding fruit is an obvious option, bananas or berries are excellent choices, as are dried fruits and coconut. IF U want 2 add any sugar U better go get McDonadls. This article is horse manure. One surprising question that’s come up lately: Are oats good or bad for you? I know this reply probably came WAY too late, but I think it can be both. For every food source consumed by humans you’ll find an article or study both insisting it’s healthy or unhealthy. Instant oats, or pre-packaged have additives that are not healthy in themselves. It may take some detective work to find a variety that’s free of these, look for ‘regular’ flavour oatmeal as a starting point. Add fresh, organic fruit (blueberries, etc.) However, old-fashioned oats and steel cut oats are preferable to instant oats.