Upset gut? Low energy? Hormones unbalanced? There’s a porridge topping for that. Who knew a humble bowl of porridge could be so… therapeutic? Well - Hannah. It’s why porridge has been her go-to breakfast the past few months. And why she has so many different toppings for you to try.
Porridge on its own packs a lot of health benefits
The type of fibre in oats - beta-glucan - is strongly associated with heart and immune health.
Oats also contain impressive amounts of vitamin E, phytic acid, and phenolic compounds which can reduce inflammation.
A daily bowl of porridge contributes to overall health as it helps regulate blood sugar spikes, lower cholesterol, and maintain regular bowel movements.
Mix and match these different toppings ideas from Hannah to create your new favourite combination that supports your health goals.
Load up on antioxidants
The high amounts of antioxidants in these porridge toppings help neutralise free radicals and reverse cellular oxidative stress. They play a role in protecting the body from chronic disease.
These porridge toppings provide high amounts of magnesium and potassium. They help metabolise the stress hormone cortisol and relax overworked muscles and a busy mind.
These porridge toppings contain healthy fats and an array of nutrients - including zinc and magnesium - that help stabilise hormones and support a healthy cycle.
Turn to these porridge toppings when you want to soothe the gut, nourish good gut bacteria, or provide gut-loving probiotics that support a healthy microbiome.
Choose from these toppings to balance blood sugar and add anti-inflammatory properties to your bowl of porridge. Particularly beneficial if you’re dealing with arthritis, an inflamed gut or irritated skin.
Great ideas there, thank you! I have for ages only added cinnamon, ground turmeric (interesting colour) + black pepper and pure Irish honey although sometimes lately i have added a good teaspoon of Marigold Nutritional Yeast Flakes - interesting taste variation but that's ok! During the summer though, some stewed apple with cinnamon is also delicious.
Thank you. Couple of questions.
1. Why dried and freeze dried, particularly bananas, fruit, that are readily available fresh? I regularly eat passion fruit fresh don’t see the point of spending over the odds for freeze dried.
2. Why is it necessary to have dairy free milk, don’t see the reason unless someone was allergic to dairy. Cows milk has plenty of nutrients.
Actually I was raised on porridge for breakfast, quite some time ago, with a topping of just a few spoonfuls of sugar, and I positively hated the stuff.
Rediscovering it in Ireland, I now enjoy it, mainly with lots of fresh fruit, some dried apricots, dates and cocos. Takes you a long way. 😊
The photos with this article aren't porridge. They are photos of oats and oats with milk.
Porridge is made by cooking the oats in either water or milk.
1. Why dried and freeze dried, particularly bananas, fruit, that are readily available fresh? I regularly eat passion fruit fresh don’t see the point of spending over the odds for freeze dried.
2. Why is it necessary to have dairy free milk, don’t see the reason unless someone was allergic to dairy. Cows milk has plenty of nutrients.
Rediscovering it in Ireland, I now enjoy it, mainly with lots of fresh fruit, some dried apricots, dates and cocos. Takes you a long way. 😊
Porridge is made by cooking the oats in either water or milk.