Good ol? oatmeal, a popular go-to for breakfast since way back in the early 1850s, is a true nutritional powerhouse. And it?s not just for breakfast anymore?Oh no!
Chris and I are huge oatmeal fans, and nothing keeps us feeling fuller longer! We often depend on this mealtime lifesaver when we?re on the road or out running errands and need a quick and healthy meal?even on low-carb days. Yes, that?s right. If you’re carb cycling and find yourself totally stuck with no healthy low-carb options available, go for some oatmeal! It?s loaded with complex carbs and fiber, which help you feel fuller longer and keep those blood sugar levels steady. And that fiber has so many other really important health benefits too! It?s a total win-win!
We love Starbucks? oatmeal, and with a Starbucks on pretty much every corner, in every airport, and in lots of hotels, it can be a great way to start the day?or save the day! My favorite way to enjoy my Starbucks? oatmeal is to add two Stevia
packets (which I keep in my purse or diaper bag), and half a package each of the dried fruit and nuts that come with each cup of oatmeal. It is 250 calories of awesomeness 😉
So the next time you?re out and about and your stomach starts growling, try some oatmeal instead of all those other fatty, fast food options. Your tummy?and your scale?will thank you!
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Hi. Where can I get more info on Carb cycling? ?
Hi Olivia: Here’s post with all the carb cycling basics: https://heidipowell.net/9060. 🙂
Bob’s Red Mill certified gluten free, only thing I use. They make great products.
Do you and Chris Carb Cycle or just for your clients? My husband and I have just started Carb Cycling, and we are so excited! I was just wondering as to whether we can do it as a long term thing, or if it is more directed for just weight loss?
Thank you!
Yes, Chris and Heidi follow their carb cycling program, and it’s designed for you to be able to use it for life, even after you reach your goal weight. You both can do this!
Team Powell! I could use some help. I’m not battling weight gain, but I’m 35 with a history of recurring c.diff, severe asthma and horrible nut allergies! My blood sugar often peaks and then hits the floor. My blood pressure is low. I’m not usually very hungry either. What are some stable snack ideas for the office with no nuts or nut products? I need to stop skipping “day meals.” Your help is very appreciated!!
Heidi and Chris’ approved foods list is full of snack/meal ideas. You can get it for free on Chris’ site (www.chrispowell.com). Enter your email address into the “Join the Transformation” section, hit “Join,” and the next page will have the link to download the list. Hope it helps!
Nice. Behind the wheel of a car, eating oatmeal, taking a selfie.
Heidi was actually sitting in the parking lot at Starbucks, not driving.
Actually oatmeal elevates my blood sugar to very high levels. That shows that foods recomended by experts do not affect everyone the same. An egg mcmuffin is high in protein and keeps my blood sugar in check. It is also low in calories. Even lower if you get the egg whith delight variety. Not all fast food is bad for you. Do your OWN research and decide what works best for YOU.
I just tried this tonight, thanks for the tip! Instead of the fruit, I mixed in a scoop of my vanilla protein powder, some cinnamon, and a tsp of natural peanut butter. Delicious, and covered all my macro nutrients!
Quick q: in the UK we have quaker oats in small packages. Are they ok?
Yes, you’ll want to choose packages that are only oats (with no extra flavorings, etc.).
I wish I liked oatmeal! Love the flavor but can’t get passed the look of it lol
i love that Starbucks provides a healthier option!! It’s my choice too!! Thank you, Heidi!! I also keep packets of Almond Butter with me to add to my oatmeal just to give a bit of protein to mine!! <3