Want to avoid sugary cereal and looking for a healthier alternative? Look no further!
A Classic Staple Food
Oats have been used by athletes, bodybuilders and very lean people for decades. That’s no mistake. Rich in protein, fiber, B vitamins and calcium, oats don’t spike your blood sugar or hinder fat loss as much as refined breakfast cereals.
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The Super-Awesome Morning Oats Recipe
Yep, that’s the official name.
Ingredients
- ½ cup oats
- Sliced strawberries
- 1 tbsp. coconut flakes
- 1 tbsp. cocoa powder
- Sugar-free almond milk
- Stevia (to taste)
Instructions
- Mix everything up. Eat.
- To kill routine, try adding different fruits, cinnamon and nutmeg, dark chocolate or nuts to your morning oats.
- These custom breakfast cereals will help you shed the pounds faster than anything that comes in a box.
Do Oats Really Reduce Cholesterol?
Yes. Oats contain beta-glucans, a soluble fibre proven to reduce cholesterol. Important note: No pill, supplement or quick-fix medicine will cure the root of the problem if your cholesterol is too high. Changes to your diet, exercise or lifestyle will reduce your cholesterol naturally as your body becomes healthier.
Are Oats Gluten-Free?
Oats contain an easy-to-digest form of gluten called “avenin”, which is nothing like wheat gluten. Most gluten-sensitive or intolerant people can consume oats without any adverse effects. That being said, oats can often be contaminated with gluten because they are processed in facilities that also process wheat. If you want to avoid wheat gluten at all costs, look for gluten-free certified oats like : these
Are These Good alternatives?
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Summary
- Popular brand instant oatmeal is rarely a good choice.
- Unprocessed oats (rolled, steel cut or groats) can be a smart food choice in the morning, especially if you work out right after.
- Even though oats do not contain gluten, some gluten-intolerant people might get triggered by it.
