[The Epoch Times, Chwefror 23, 2024](Collected and reported by Epoch Times reporter Zhang Ting) Many people do not want to include oatmeal in their breakfast recipes because it has no taste. Jessica Sager, a freelance writer for a consumer lifestyle website, said she was a fan of sugary cereals, but recently took on the challenge of eating oatmeal in the morning for seven days in a row, and discovered a surprising result of the change . He suggested that you all should try it yourself and see what changes it makes for you.
Sager said eating a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast every day for a week sounded scary at first, but in the end she found it wasn’t difficult at all. As with many things, the key is variety in your oatmeal.
Although oatmeal has many health benefits, not all oatmeal is created equal. Registered dietitians recommend steel-cut oats because they are the least processed and have the least added sugar, so Sager chose steel-cut oats. The only downside is that the cooking time is slightly longer than the instant variety.
The biggest change for Sage was the oatmeal challenge
Sager boiled steel-cut oats in water in the morning and added a little milk after cooking. On the first morning, he ate it directly and it tasted fine. It’s not great, but it’s okay.
The first big change she noticed was that eating oats made her feel fuller for longer, she was more focused on getting things done, and she was more efficient at work.
“I usually have breakfast between 8 and 9 am and start looking for snacks by 10:30 am But on the first day (of eating oatmeal), I didn’t even think about eating until noon. What which is more, feeling hungry does not allow me.” brain to focus and work more efficiently.”
Still, Sager said, as someone with a sweet tooth, she still needed something to stimulate her. So for the next six days, she added fruit and nuts to her oatmeal, changing it every time. Walnuts and banana splits are one of his favourites; she also loves the combination of blackberries and raspberries. Blend even better: Protein and fiber from fruit and nut additions to keep you full longer.
As someone who gets hungry easily, eating oatmeal in the morning changed her mood, she said.
Oatmeal and almonds (fotolia)
Sager also shared her other biggest lessons from the week-long oatmeal challenge. A healthy breakfast can make a real difference to the day, he says.
“I don’t want to believe it, but I actually feel better when I don’t have a sugar crash before 11 am. Not only am I happier, but I feel less tired throughout the day.” She said her 2pm calls with clients no longer feel like a complete waste of time. “It says a lot, really, it says a lot,” he said.
Many people find oatmeal unpleasant. But Sager suggests adding some fruit and nuts to the mix to change up the flavor. She also said that sometimes it’s hard to get up in time to make oatmeal, so you can make some overnight oats the night before. Are Steel Cut Oats Best For You? Yes. But if you’re in a hurry, a packet of instant oatmeal, as long as it’s unsweetened, can do the trick in a pinch.
Benefits of eating oatmeal
According to the Cleveland Clinic, oatmeal is nutritious and rich in protein and dietary fiber. One serving of oats (equivalent to half a cup of oats) contains: 16% of the recommended daily value of vitamin B1; 9% of the recommended daily value of vitamin B5; 18% of the recommended daily value of copper; 10%; 13% of the recommended daily intake of magnesium; 64% of the recommended daily intake of manganese; 13% of the recommended daily intake of phosphorus; 13% of the recommended daily intake of zinc.
In addition, oatmeal helps to lower cholesterol and control blood sugar. Due to its high fiber content, it is less likely to cause blood sugar spikes. It is often believed to help people control their appetite.
Editor in charge: Lin Yan#
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