With the increasing popularity of overnight oats and oatmeal cookies, healthy oatmeal is becoming more and more of a favorite at the breakfast table and throughout the rest of the day. Beyond the traditional hot and satisfying bowl of oatmeal at breakfast, oats now show up in pancakes, muffins, cookies, granola bars and much more. …
Some of the world’s healthiest foods are high in carbohydrates. Whole food sources of “Carbs” are not unhealthy — they are important sources of essential nutrients. Refined carbs should be avoided, however. The only reason to limit and avoid whole food carbs is generally when you’re on a low-carb diet and need to lose weight quickly. …
If you’re looking for a healthy and mouth-watering breakfast cereal, try this recipe with baked oats, pistachios, poppy seeds, and sesame seeds to make your own version of Muesli. Just bake this mixture until it’s golden brown, then serve with milk, almond milk, or plain yogurt. Make it extra special with sliced apples and figs on top. This creation always results in a beautiful (and tasty) start to the day. …
Try\’a0a combination of blueberries, raspberries, blackberries\’a0and\’a0strawberries if you want to be creative with this early morning treat! This special Berry Oat Breakfast Smoothie calls for antioxidant-rich berries with oats to provide a nutritional boost in the morning\’a0and to help you stay full ’til lunchtime. It’s a healthy and enjoyable way to fix your\’a0oatmeal for breakfast! …
Each one of these delicious snack bars is loaded with 6 grams of protein, along with chocolate and peanut butter — a lot healthier and more nutritious than the store-bought alternatives. A couple of tips to start with: get some oat flour at the grocery story if you don’t want to bother with the food processor. And vegans can substitute maple syrup for honey, and replace the whey protein powder with a plant-based variety. …
The combination of creamy oats and tasty peanut butter (or any nut butter!) is a magical match made in heaven. Then add a banana that enhances the flavor even more! This Peanut Butter & Banana Overnight Oats recipe is a perfect way to start your morning by providing lots of healthy fiber and protein. …
These healthy and delicious Homemade Brownies are perfect for an early morning boost of energy, an afternoon snack or a healthy dessert. Instead of the traditional chocolaty ingredients, this recipe calls for a healthy secret ingredient that is reminiscent of chocolate fudge, especially when eaten cold from the fridge. …