The Benefits
Oats: This popular edible seed of oat grass may promote digestion, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels and help nourish the healthy bacteria in the gut. Vitamin E - Folate - Iron - Copper - Manganese - Phosphorus
Banana: This elongated fruit has many health benefits that may help support heart health, improve digestion, promote healthy blood sugar levels and ease inflammation.
Vitamin B6 & C - Fiber - Magnesium - Potassium
Peanuts: This popular legume, often thought of to be a nut, is a great plant source of protein and may help boost cognitive function, promote weight loss and control blood sugar.
Vitamin E - Fiber - Folate - Magnesium - Phosphorus
Chia Seeds: These little black, gray and white seeds may help boost gut health, improve digestion, lower cholesterol and improve heart health.
Fiber - Calcium - Copper - Iron - Manganese - Magnesium - Phosphorus
Maple Syrup: This sweet nectar of a maple tree is filled with antioxidants and other nutrients that may help ward off cancer, fight inflammatory diseases and promote digestive health.
Antioxidants - Calcium - Copper - Manganese
The Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup milk of choice, ex. 2%, oat, almond, macadamia, cashew
1 ripe banana, mashed
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
pinch of salt
Instructions
1) In a large enough container, combine rolled oats, milk, mashed banana, peanut butter, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt. Stir to incorporate all ingredients. Place in refrigerator overnight. The longer it sits the better it gets.
2) When it is time to eat, take it out of the fridge and top with more slices of banana, a dollop of peanut butter and a drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy! Tip: Prep multiple for a weeks worth of breakfast and explore different recipes.
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