More About Oatmeal

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Oatmeal 3We have been hearing more and more about healthy breakfasts. My husband always leaves in the morning taking two toasts with him to eat in the car along with a coffee containing 3 teaspoons of granulated sugar (about half the daily recommended amount of added sugar).

I wish he would take the time to start the day calmly and eat a nutritious healthy breakfast.

The rest of our family always enjoys a relaxed breakfast of oatmeal while watching the woodpeckers, doves along with many other feathered friends and the antics of our rather robust squirrels. It is a soothing start to a hectic day.

Oatmeal is an appetite tamer which keeps us satisfied until our mid morning snack! We start the day with a good supply of b-vitamins, magnesium, iron and protein.

Many people do not realize that oats contain polyphenols and probiotics as well as fiber. All are important in reducing inflammation,maintaining a healthy digestive tract and reducing your risk of heart disease and cancer.

I recommend whole organic oats which I buy in bulk from Whole Foods Market along with organic Thompson raisins also purchased in bulk from Whole Foods Market. Bulk purchasing is quite economical. Serve with 100% pure maple syrup.

A great way to start your day!

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Helen Brophy

Helen has a BS from the University of Rhode Island with graduate studies in physical science, chemistry, and counseling. For the past 20 yrs. she has studied and advocated a natural all-inclusive, responsible approach to maintaining a healthy body and lifestyle. Her belief and approach includes obtaining a rich balance encompassing all aspects of life through nutrition, exercise, spiritual and mental development, and responsible environmental habits.