Why You Should Try Overnight Oats

Sarah Randall
Nov 4 · 2 min read

Breakfast is touchy subject lately. You might eat it, you might not, you might be confused on whether or not you’re “supposed” to eat it. Everyone’s body is different and needs its own unique food to feel energized and fueled throughout the day. I’m not here to tell you if you should or should not eat breakfast, I’m here to talk about overnight oats and all their glory.

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Overnight oats have taken over the wellness industry because of their simplicity, effectiveness and taste. You can make multiple at a time so you’re always stocked and the base stays consistent but the toppings change to keep it interesting, tasty and nutritious.

The recipe below requires only four ingredients for the base and you might already have them in your pantry.

Overnight Oats Base Recipe*

Makes one serving

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup rolled oats (do not use quick oats, look for “gluten free” on the package)
  • ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (since it’s fall now, I’ve also been adding nutmeg)

*Recipe adapted from www.fitfoodiefinds.com

Topping Inspiration

  • Strawberries, blueberries, hemp seeds, coconut shreds
  • Banana, nut butter, cacoa nibs
  • Blueberries, ground flaxseed, chopped walnuts

Health Benefits of Overnight Oats

Oats, specifically rolled oats, are nutrient-dense and provide the body with carbs, protein, fats and fiber. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, oats can help lower blood sugar and blood pressure.

Chia seeds provide powerful health benefits in low doses. They become gel-like when soaked in liquid and expand in your stomach, which can help increase the feeling of fullness and slow down food absorption, due to the high-soluble fiber content.

Cinnamon is full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients. Antioxidants protect the body from oxidative stress damage caused by free radicals. Not only can cinnamon help the body fight infections and repair tissues damage, but it lower the risk of heart disease.

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You can make the base with the rest of your weekly meal prepping, so you don’t have to make it every day. Invest in mason jars to prep your overnight oats base to make your life (and your impact on the environment) a little bit better!

Sarah Randall

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Holistic Health Coach and Yoga Teacher making your health journey simplified and attainable. SAFM student, IIN grad. Founder of Cultivate Good Coaching.

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