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23 ideas for porridge toppings to soothe the gut, inflammation, hormones and more
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
Oats contain loads of fibre.
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.
But who wants to eat a plain bowl of porridge?
Certainly not Hannah.
Especially when there are so many options for tasty toppings that make porridge an even healthier choice for breakfast.
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.
3. Pecans
4. Freeze-Dried Fruit (favourites in Hannah’s house: Passionfruit and Strawberries)
Reduce stress
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.
5. Date Syrup
6. Cacao Nibbles - Orange, Maple & Cardamom
Boost energy
The rich sources of protein in these porridge toppings fuel the muscles throughout the day and satiate the appetite for hours to come.
9. Organic Crunchy Peanut Butter (an Organico favourite!)
10. Organic Chia Seeds (try adding during cooking)
11. Plant-Based Protein Powder
Balance hormones
These porridge toppings contain healthy fats and an array of nutrients - including zinc and magnesium - that help stabilise hormones and support a healthy cycle.
13. Roasted Golden Flaxseed (Hannah’s new obsession!)
14. Organic Tahini
Gut-Friendly
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.
15. Vita Plantae Fermented Botanical Blend
17. Organic Walnuts
Fight Inflammation
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.
18. Spoonful Botanical Fermented Fruits & Spices
Sweet, Natural and Classic
Of course, sometimes you just want a bowl of something familiar and comforting. On those mornings turn to…
21. Organic Raisins (stirred in while cooking)
22. Irish Honey
23. Dairy-Free Milk
Which combination of porridge toppings will you try first?
Another great thing about a bowl of porridge? It's easy to tailor to personal tastes.
So everyone in the family can treat it like their own blank canvas and top away to their heart’s content.
So why not order a selection of the above and see who can come up with the tastiest combination of porridge toppings?
Be sure to let us know about any winning combinations.
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.