00:00 Here's a point to ponder. What will happen to your body if you start eating oats every
00:07 day? Well, if you start eating like a horse, you may not start looking like a horse, but
00:13 you might start smelling like a… nah, that's not true.
00:18 They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So corny, isn't it? Yet, doctors
00:24 and nutritionists alike haven't stopped recommending having oatmeal as your morning
00:28 meal. And that's because they know that good quality oats – those that are environmentally
00:34 friendly and free of impurities – make you feel and look better on the inside and out.
00:39 We'll get into that, and if you stick around until the end of the video, we'll give you
00:44 some amazing ideas to turn a boring, plain old oatmeal breakfast into a delicious feast!
00:50 1. Your skin will look better Oatmeal is ideal for treating inflammatory
00:59 conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and skin rashes. It also promotes healthy skin overall.
01:06 Oats have some unique properties, thanks to a wide variety of vitamins and minerals they
01:11 contain. Zinc helps cleanse the skin and remove toxins
01:16 and other harmful compounds. It also effectively minimizes large pores and has a rejuvenating
01:22 effect. Iron is one of the most important elements
01:26 for the nutrition and saturation of moisture in skin cells.
01:31 Manganese reduces swelling and inflammation. It also promotes rapid healing of the skin
01:36 after wounds, bruises, burns, and other micro-injuries. Magnesium promotes blood circulation and noticeable
01:44 skin cell renewal. 2. Your muscles will get much-needed protein
01:53 If you ask around about what your body needs to build muscles, most people will probably
01:58 tell you the answer is protein. But not everybody knows that, while protein is extremely important,
02:04 your body also demands carbohydrates and fats, both of which you can find in oatmeal. Carbs
02:10 provide you with energy, and that's exactly what you need for an effective workout. One
02:16 serving or about half a cup of oatmeal gives your body 15% of the recommended daily amount
02:21 of protein. Don't forget about vitamin E, antioxidants, and glutamine, which help muscle
02:27 fibers regenerate faster. 3. You'll get a boost of antioxidants
02:35 Antioxidants are rich in antioxidants that help alleviate itching, inflammation, and
02:39 high blood pressure. Antioxidants are important since they contain beta-glucan, which lowers
02:46 blood sugar and increases the production of nitric oxide. This gas improves circulation
02:52 by dilating blood vessels. Not only that, beta-glucan reduces cholesterol levels, promotes
02:58 the growth of good bacteria in your digestive tract, and increases the feeling of fullness
03:03 after meals. All of these effects are enhanced with the presence of vitamin C. It's not
03:10 completely random that most breakfast menus often combine orange juice with oatmeal.
03:17 4. You'll be full of energy Like we mentioned earlier, oatmeal is full
03:24 of carbohydrates that give your body the energy it needs. It's recommended to consume oats
03:30 a little on the dry side, as you'll feel fuller for much longer, eliminating the need
03:35 for other foods. Oats are also packed with other essential nutrients. In just half a
03:41 cup, you'll get 191% of the recommended dietary intake or RDI of manganese, 41% of
03:49 the RDI of phosphorus, 34% of the RDI of magnesium, 24% of the RDI of copper, 20% of the RDI of
04:01 zinc and iron, 11% of the RDI of folate, 39% of the RDI of vitamin B, 10% of the RDI of
04:12 vitamin B5, and smaller amounts of other useful nutrients.
04:19 5. You'll lose weight The slow carbohydrates found in oatmeal help
04:27 curb your appetite and maintain normal blood sugar levels. And all those nutrients we just
04:32 talked about not only boost your metabolism but also prevent the accumulation of fat and
04:37 toxins in the body. And remember that beta-glucan we mentioned earlier? How can you fight it?
04:42 Don't forget. It keeps you from overeating by helping you feel fuller for a longer amount
04:48 of time. It also promotes the release of a satiety hormone that's typically produced
04:52 in your gut when you eat. And all of this simply means accelerated weight loss, yeah!
05:00 6. Your cholesterol will decrease The linoleic acid and soluble fiber contained
05:08 in oatmeal helps lower the level of triglycerides and bad cholesterol in the blood. This bad
05:15 cholesterol causes inflammation in the arteries, damaged tissues, and an elevated risk of having
05:21 a stroke or heart attack. The by now famous beta-glucan in oats helps reduce cholesterol
05:28 in the body, and it, along with other nutrients, cleans fat from arterial walls and protects
05:34 your body from developing serious diseases like arteriosclerosis.
05:38 7. You'll have a lower risk of developing heart disease
05:45 Oats are rich in good, healthy fats and support the cells in the heart and circulatory system.
05:50 Thanks to the antioxidants present in oatmeal, the probability of damage to the walls of
05:55 blood vessels by free radicals is reduced significantly. You'll get rid of digestive
06:01 problems.
06:04 8. Experts recommend getting at least 25-38 grams of dietary fiber every day since it's
06:11 ideal for good digestion. Just a small portion of oats contains 1/5 of the recommended daily
06:17 fiber intake. This will be especially useful for those who suffer from IBS, irregular bowel
06:26 movements, or constipation.
06:29 In one study involving 30 elderly people who had bowel troubles, participants were given
06:34 desserts or soup containing oat bran for 3 months. At the end of the trial, the well-being
06:41 of all the subjects improved tenfold. What's more, 59% of all people managed to stop using
06:47 laxatives.
06:50 And now, as promised, we'll share with you several recipes that will help you turn a
06:55 boring oatmeal breakfast into something way more flavorful.
07:00 Apple Pie Oatmeal to Boost Your Metabolism
07:02 You'll need 1 cup of steel-cut oatmeal, 2 cups of almond milk, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon,
07:11 2 teaspoons of maple syrup (optional, but who wouldn't add it, right?), 1 large apple
07:17 (peeled and cut into bite-size pieces), and 1 cup of applesauce (preferably unsweetened).
07:24 Transfer the milk, oatmeal, maple syrup, and cinnamon into a saucepan. Heat it on low,
07:29 stirring occasionally until the milk is absorbed. Then mix in the applesauce. As soon as all
07:35 the liquid is absorbed (in about 15 minutes), throw it in a bowl and enjoy this creamy-sweet
07:41 tummy-warming breakfast.
07:43 Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Mmm, I love these!
07:48 For 15 cookies, you'll need 3/4 cup of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon of
07:54 baking soda, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 egg, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon,
08:02 1/2 cup of applesauce, 1 cup of raisins, and 2 cups of fast-cooking oats. Mix the flour,
08:11 baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl. In another bowl, whip the sugar and butter,
08:17 then add the egg. Pour in the applesauce and 1/3 cup of water.
08:23 You can add the flour mixture. Throw in the raisins and oats, mix it all together, and
08:28 place it in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
08:32 Preheat your oven to 350, and while it's heating up, use an ice cream scoop to put
08:37 cookie dough balls on the baking tray. Don't you eat those yet, I'm watching you! Wait
08:42 until they spread out a bit and throw them in the oven. Bake the cookies for about 15
08:47 minutes until they turn golden brown. You'll go cuckoo for these cookies!
08:54 4. Almond Butter Banana Oatmeal You'll need 1 cup of steel-cut oatmeal, 2
09:02 cups almond milk, 2 tablespoons of almond butter, 2 teaspoons of honey (optional but
09:08 highly recommended), and 1 thinly sliced banana. Mix the oatmeal with the milk in the sauce
09:14 pan and heat it on low until the milk is mostly absorbed. Then add the almond butter and half
09:20 the banana slices. Stir the mixture and let it soak up the rest of the liquid. When the
09:25 oatmeal becomes more or less dry, move it to a bowl, drizzle with honey, and decorate
09:30 with the remaining banana slices. Bon appetit!
09:34 So, do you eat oats regularly? If so, how do you prepare them? Share your recipes with
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