Simple, healthy and delicious breakfast on the go!

My “Monster” overnight oats may not look pretty, but wow they fill you up and pack you with energy!

No recipe - I usually use a combo of steel cut oats and sprouted rolled oats as a base then put in the add-ins. Today was:

Chia seed Cacao nibs Sprouted pumpkin seeds Peanut butter powder Blueberries (frozen are cheapest) Banana Almond milk And a little maple syrup (tbsp)

I just start with putting in the oats, chia, peanut powder and maple syrup. Then I add in the almond milk and stir. Then I just layer on the other add-ins.

There’s no right or wrong way to do them ... it’s really whatever you feel like adding. Sometimes I do cinnamon and apples and crushed pecans ... sometimes mango and pineapple ... sometimes peanut butter and dark chocolate cocoa powder (with or without bananas and crushed peanuts), etc ...

It’s always delicious and so easy ... and throwing it together the night before and sticking it in the fridge makes it simple to just grab and go in the morning so you’re not tempted by less quality meals on the go or skip altogether but then go for junkie snacks that may be out at the office.

I either have it for breakfast after working out, or if I’m not opening my eating window for the day till later, I’ll have them for lunch. Oats are a great food to regularly incorporate into your diet.

Among other things, whole oats:

• Are a great source of complex carbs, healthy fats, AND protein

• Are Rich in Antioxidants, Including Avenanthramides - which are anti-inflammatory

• Contain a Powerful Soluble Fiber Called Beta-Glucan - an immunity booster

• Can Lower Cholesterol Levels and Protect against LDL Cholesterol damage

• Can Improve Blood Sugar Control

• Are Very Filling - keeping you from the urge to snack on convenience foods

I try to get a solid serving of oats into my diet 3-4X a week, but sometimes opt for other whole grain options for variety.