We all know that overnight oats have various health benefits. Over the years, it has become a growing trend globally. We’ve noticed a number of celebrities, lifestyle influencers, nutritionists and health professionals highlighting the benefits of eating a healthy breakfast. The overnight oat recipe is also creating buzz on social media. It is very easy to make and gives you enough room for customization. Some like to add fresh fruit, some like maple syrup with a drizzle or honey on top. Some people also add chia seeds, flaxseeds, dried fruit, and more to make this bowl of water even healthier (and of course, tastier!). What adds to the popularity is the fact that with overnight oats, you can wake up to a ready-to-eat breakfast every morning.
Recently, celebrity nutritionist Lovneet Batra took to Instagram to report the benefits of including overnight oats in your breakfast. Let’s take a look.
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Here are 5 health benefits of overnight oats:
1. Helps relieve constipation:
Oats contain a lot of good fiber that helps support bowel movements. It makes it easy to pass through the colon easily due to its softness and bulkiness eliminating any signs of constipation.
2. Road level stabilization:
The high fiber and complex carbohydrates slow down the conversion of this whole food into simple sugars. Besides, beta-glucan slows down the drop in blood sugar before meals and slows the rise after meals.
3. Keep your Hunger Hormones happy throughout the day:
Oatmeal suppresses appetite, increases satiety and reduces energy intake. The physicochemical properties of beta-glucan and the adequate hydration of oats are important factors influencing satiety and subsequent energy intake.
4. Keep your hair healthy:
Oats are enriched with saponins, beta-glucans and proteins. All three make for an unbeatable combination that helps support hair growth. Saponins act as a scalp cleanser and beta-glucan aids in moisture retention.
5. Hormone Balance:
Oats are a gluten-free whole grain and are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Best of all, they’ve been shown to support insulin sensitivity, an important factor for hormone balance.
Along with explaining the benefits, Lovneet Batra also mentions, “One of my favorite breakfast choices especially before a workout: OVERNIGHT SOAKED OATS!” That’s not all. She also shares the recipe. Please check.
Overnight Oats Recipe: Expert tips on how to make overnight oats:
Ingredient:
- 200g homemade curd
- 3 tablespoons roasted ground oats
- 1 day soak
- 1 tablespoon roasted flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon mashed fresh strawberries
Method:
- Overnight, soak everything together in a bowl, except for the flax seeds.
- The next day, sprinkle flaxseed on top and enjoy.
The recipe couldn’t be easier; right ?! What are you waiting for? Take all the ingredients, soak overnight and enjoy the next morning.
Let us know how you like this recipe.
