If you want a quick, delicious and healthy breakfast meal, oats are the perfect choice. A favorite of millions, oats are rich in a huge number of essential nutrients and are indeed the best way to start the day. There’s one problem however – there are many types of oatmeal, so people aren’t sure where to start. If you’re one of them, we’re going to help you pick the ideal choice.
Steel oats are the least processed type of oats, but this makes them the most difficult to prepare. Rolled oats are more processed and easier to prepare, which makes them the favorite of many people. Rolled oats are our recommended choice as well, as they are not that processed and contain all the nutrients your body needs in the morning. When preparing the oats, it’s best to make them before going to bed. In this way, you’ll have a nice breakfast meal ready for you in the morning.
How does oatmeal promote weight loss?
Oats are rich in fiber, an absolutely essential compound for our digestion. Fiber keeps our digestive system working properly and cleans excess waste from the colon as well. It also provides the body with energy, so it’s clear why it should be included in your breakfast.
The overnight oatmeal recipes we have for you today will keep your energy levels in check and reduce your cravings as well. Of course, if you want to lose weight and keep yourself healthy, you also need to eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
1. Raspberry, coconut and almond oatmeal
Ingredients:
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ a tablespoon of crushed almonds
- ½ a cup raspberries
- ½ a cup rolled oats
- ½ a cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon coconut (grated)
- 1 teaspoon honey
Preparation:
Cook the oats in water first, then mix them with the fruits, coconut milk, honey and cinnamon well. Put a lid on the jar and keep it in the fridge overnight. You can also make a bigger batch of this oatmeal and keep it in your fridge for up to 2 days.
2. Banana and nut butter oatmeal
Ingredients:
- ½ a banana
- ½ a cup rolled oats
- ½ a cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon nuts
- 2 tablespoon nut butter
Preparation:
Pour a bit of the milk in a bowl and add the nut butter while stirring, then slice the banana and add it in the jar as well. Add the rolled oats next, then stir well and put the closed jar in the fridge. In the morning, add the almond milk and crushed almonds and enjoy this tasty oatmeal.
3. Walnut blueberry oatmeal
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon crushed walnuts
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ a cup rolled oats
- ½ a cup frozen blueberries
- ½ a cup coconut milk
Preparation:
Mix all the ingredients in a glass jar, then put it in the fridge overnight. Add a bit of coconut oil in the morning and enjoy the oatmeal!
