Eggs for breakfast are considered the most popular product, and yogurt is the healthiest. But long-livers do not eat either one or the other at this time of day.
The reason is that there is a more nutritious and affordable product that protects against hunger for a long time and strengthens the body.
Nutritionists in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine told about the diet of a 105-year-old woman.
The secret of her longevity was that in the morning she ate oatmeal with nuts and dried fruits.
Benefits of oatmeal
1. It contains beta-glucan (a special type of fiber), which promotes intestinal health.
2. In addition to its prebiotic properties, fiber reduces bad cholesterol levels, which is good for the heart.
3. It contains B vitamins, which are important for brain health and energy.
4. Oatmeal goes well with berries, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.
5. Another obvious advantage of oatmeal is its low cost.
Contraindications
Too much fiber can cause irritable bowel syndrome.
If a person's diet lacks fiber, then oatmeal should be introduced gradually so that the intestines get used to it.
And in order for oatmeal to keep you feeling full for a long time, you can eat it with protein supplements (for example, natural yogurt).
