I wonder if porridge is healthy?
As it turns a little colder and we head towards the clocks going back at the end of the month, it’s nice to have a hot, rather than cold, breakfast at home, at your desk or on the go! We live in an instant world and none more so than the porridge market – just add boiling water, stir and your oats are ready to eat!
Research has revealed that eating porridge, brown rice or corn each day can help protect the heart against disease. Whole grains are already widely believed to be beneficial for health and studies have shown that those who eat the most whole grains seem to have better protection. It’s also a fact that youngsters who eat oats are 50% less likely to be overweight.
Boiling taps for instant porridge and snacks
A bowl of porridge each day could be the key to a longer and healthier lifestyle. Oats are the breakfast choice of many athletes and dieters as they are high in fibre and release energy slowly throughout the day helping to reduce snacking and overeating.- Wholegrains can boost bone mineral density
- Lower blood pressure
- Promote healthy gut bacteria
- Improve blood sugar control linked to diabetes
- Reduce heart disease