To much in my Oatmeal??

eric5577

Hello.

I love me some Oatmeal in the morning, it just starts my day off right!! However, using this site I noticed that my Cal intake from this meal is 707 cal. I feel that is a lot to consume in one meal. Here is what I use:

1/2 cup oatmeal= 150cal
1/4 cup raisins= 130cal
1 cup Blueberries= 83cal
2 tbsp Cocoanut Oil= 280cal
1 tbsp honey= 64cal.

So, am I using to much? I love Cocoanut Oil, and the honey adds a little sweetness to it, but do I need both? Do I need blueberries and raisins??? Or is this OK for breakfast??

ValGogo

Hello.

I love me some Oatmeal in the morning, it just starts my day off right!! However, using this site I noticed that my Cal intake from this meal is 707 cal. I feel that is a lot to consume in one meal. Here is what I use:

1/2 cup oatmeal= 150cal
1/4 cup raisins= 130cal
1 cup Blueberries= 83cal
2 tbsp Cocoanut Oil= 280cal
1 tbsp honey= 64cal.

So, am I using to much? I love Cocoanut Oil, and the honey adds a little sweetness to it, but do I need both? Do I need blueberries and raisins??? Or is this OK for breakfast??

Hmmm, well, does it fit into your daily needs? Raisins are tricky, but I love those little buggers. Maybe a 1/2 cup of blueberries is better. That meal alone would pass my sugar macros.

But, if it fits your calories, go for it. It looks like you have some weight to drop so it may actually fit into your macros.

eric5577

Not sure how it will fit. I have not added it today, I just started up again. The more I look it, the more I think I am over doing it with the raisins and blueberries along with the honey and cocoanut oil.

Maybe switch it up from day to day....Raisins and honey one day, then blueberries and cocoanut oil the next.....IDK. I like the cocoanut oil to be honest, I have read good things about it.

lishie_rebooted

Not sure how it will fit. I have not added it today, I just started up again. The more I look it, the more I think I am over doing it with the raisins and blueberries along with the honey and cocoanut oil.

Maybe switch it up from day to day....Raisins and honey one day, then blueberries and cocoanut oil the next.....IDK. I like the cocoanut oil to be honest, I have read good things about it.

If this is something you enjoy, figure out a way to make it fit. Does it keep you full for a few hour?

Also, I'd double check the label on your coconut oil. The ones I've seen at 120 cals per TBSP not the 140cals you have.

Another suggestion, maybe try making it with less coconut oil so you can use those calories elsewhere. There is nothing wrong with coconut oil at all. But it may taste the same with say 1tbsp.

eric5577

Honestly it does keep me full. I work overnights and I get out at 6am; then when I get home, I go for my walk. So I eat this around 5am so I have something in for when I walk at 630ish.

Yes, I missed type. It is 120cal. I could use 1tbsp, but I add 2 now cause it is melted....hmmmm.....Maybe I am looking at this all wrong and it is one tbsp solid, which is what I usually use...man, now I am confusing myself. So maybe 2tbsp melted is actually 1 solid??? LOL

JustineMarie21

Like they said above it if fits and keeps you full then keep what you enjoy.
You could always try adding peanut butter as a different type of fat, its amazing paired with bananas+honey
Or you could try shredded unsweetened coconut for less fat. 1/4C raisins are high in carbs because basically its 1 cup of grapes dehydrated( I'd go for the grapes IMO) Try just 2 TBSP. It also seems like you are adding alot of sugar to your breakfast! Here are some ideas to shake it up a notch:

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http://www.fitsugar.com/Healthy-Oatmeal-Topping-Suggestions-11173606#opening-slide
http://homecookingmemories.com/creative-oatmeal-topping-ideas/#_a5y_p=1035296

lishie_rebooted

Honestly it does keep me full. I work overnights and I get out at 6am; then when I get home, I go for my walk. So I eat this around 5am so I have something in for when I walk at 630ish.

Yes, I missed type. It is 120cal. I could use 1tbsp, but I add 2 now cause it is melted....hmmmm.....Maybe I am looking at this all wrong and it is one tbsp solid, which is what I usually use...man, now I am confusing myself. So maybe 2tbsp melted is actually 1 solid??? LOL

Measure out 1T SOLID then melt it and eat it that way one day.
Then the next measure out 2T SOLID then melt, and eat it that way.
If there is no taste difference, you should use the 1T SOLID instead and save that extra 120cals for something else.

Another option I've seen people do, is butter. It's also a fat source and 1T SOLID is 100calories. It'd give you a slightly different taste than the coconut oil.

itsbasschick

how many meals per day are you eating, and what's your daily calorie goal? btw, your breakfast doesn't seem to have much in the way of protein...

eric5577

So I cut some cal today with the oatmeal. I skipped the honey, and cut the blueberries down to 1/2cup and 1tbsp of Cocoanut oil. It came in just over 400cal. Going to see how this works. Might skip the raisins all together and only use them when I am out of bluebereies.....

eric5577

how many meals per day are you eating, and what's your daily calorie goal? btw, your breakfast doesn't seem to have much in the way of protein...

I eat 3 meals a day, and snake when I feel like it. I actually drink protein shakes when I get home from working out. Any suggestions as to what I can add for breakfast in terms of protein??

engodwin

cut the oil and half the blueberries (you could prob drop the honey too but that's up to you - you have enough sugars coming from the fruit that it should still be sweet with out it)

I would add your oil (I also love coconut oil) to a different meal - and not near as much - I have literally used 2 drops to cook an egg (hard to measure that small of an amount - just remember there are 50 drops in a TEAspoon and three teaspoons in a table spoon)

If you want to keep the oil for other reasons (not just flavor) then use WAY less

Although, I agree with most other posters - if you are hitting your goals then don't worry about it!

lishie_rebooted

how many meals per day are you eating, and what's your daily calorie goal? btw, your breakfast doesn't seem to have much in the way of protein...

I eat 3 meals a day, and snake when I feel like it. I actually drink protein shakes when I get home from working out. Any suggestions as to what I can add for breakfast in terms of protein??

Theres a way to make oatmeal with eggs/egg whites I believe. You can also add some protein powder to it.
However, if this keeps you full and you're hitting your protein goal with the other meals, I don't see a point in changing it up. You like your oatmeal ajd it works for you.

MaryJane_8810002

If you have raisins then why do you need blueberries and honey? Have you considered calorie free sweetener like splenda or equal or the all natural stevia?

Are you using organic extra virgin coconut oil because that is only 120 calories per tablespoon. Do you really need two?

eric5577

If you have raisins then why do you need blueberries and honey? Have you considered calorie free sweetener like splenda or equal or the all natural stevia?

Are you using organic extra virgin coconut oil because that is only 120 calories per tablespoon. Do you really need two?

I only started to use 2tbsp when it melted. I thought I was not getting enough. Then I realized that I was using 1tbsp when it was solid, and that was it. SO I went back to just 1tbsp today.

I used the rasins and blueberries because I thought by adding more "good" food it was helping me, but did not realise how much cal it was in one mean.

I wont use splenda and anything this is not natural...just a preferance of mine. Yes, I use Organic EV Cocoanut Oil.

eric5577

cut the oil and half the blueberries (you could prob drop the honey too but that's up to you - you have enough sugars coming from the fruit that it should still be sweet with out it)

I would add your oil (I also love coconut oil) to a different meal - and not near as much - I have literally used 2 drops to cook an egg (hard to measure that small of an amount - just remember there are 50 drops in a TEAspoon and three teaspoons in a table spoon)

If you want to keep the oil for other reasons (not just flavor) then use WAY less

Although, I agree with most other posters - if you are hitting your goals then don't worry about it!

I only use Cocanut oil in my oatmeal. I have not tried cooking with yet.

eric5577

how many meals per day are you eating, and what's your daily calorie goal? btw, your breakfast doesn't seem to have much in the way of protein...

I eat 3 meals a day, and snake when I feel like it. I actually drink protein shakes when I get home from working out. Any suggestions as to what I can add for breakfast in terms of protein??

Theres a way to make oatmeal with eggs/egg whites I believe. You can also add some protein powder to it.
However, if this keeps you full and you're hitting your protein goal with the other meals, I don't see a point in changing it up. You like your oatmeal ajd it works for you.

I cut some stuff out today, which dropped the Cal down. I prepare my oatmeal ahead of time, so the raisins were already in there. I plan on taking them out completly and just use the blueberries for now. Going to see how today goes in term of cals, then go from there.

curlygirl513

I giggled a little at your post. Not mean, but kinda cute the way you like your oatmeal.

I eat a double portion of old fashioned oatmeal, Quaker Oatmeal. I eat it with unsweetened soymilk. Keeps me full for hours. Love it.

I add an extra cup, (maybe a little less) water than the recipe calls for. I put the oats in the pot along with the water and salt. Bring the whole thing to a boil, and then simmer it on low heat till it gets creamy. It takes longer but tastes so much better.

BTW, I am a raisin eater too. While a 1/4 cup of raisins is a serving, and a serving is to weight 40 grams, I have to weigh the raisins to make sure I get 40 grams. A quarter cup has always actually weighed less than 40 grams when I measure it with a cup.

And did you say that your oatmeal came with raisins? If it does, I don't believe it had a 40 gram serving of raisins in it. Honestly, you would have to remove each raisin by hand and weight them on a scale. Too much work for me.

I would rather by plain oatmeal and weight out what I put in it.

eric5577

I giggled a little at your post. Not mean, but kinda cute the way you like your oatmeal.

I eat a double portion of old fashioned oatmeal, Quaker Oatmeal. I eat it with unsweetened soymilk. Keeps me full for hours. Love it.

I add an extra cup, (maybe a little less) water than the recipe calls for. I put the oats in the pot along with the water and salt. Bring the whole thing to a boil, and then simmer it on low heat till it gets creamy. It takes longer but tastes so much better.

BTW, I am a raisin eater too. While a 1/4 cup of raisins is a serving, and a serving is to weight 40 grams, I have to weigh the raisins to make sure I get 40 grams. A quarter cup has always actually weighed less than 40 grams when I measure it with a cup.

And did you say that your oatmeal came with raisins? If it does, I don't believe it had a 40 gram serving of raisins in it. Honestly, you would have to remove each raisin by hand and weight them on a scale. Too much work for me.

I would rather by plain oatmeal and weight out what I put in it.

I should have claified. I prepare my oatmeal out. Meaning I measure the oatmeal and raisins out, then put them in containers. That way I just grab a container and dont have to measure everyday..LOL! I also prepared my Cocanut Oil that way too. It was just easier. I plan on making the oatmeal now with out the raisins, as I like blueberries better, and I can get the sweetness from them. I plan on using just 1/2cup BB to see where I am then.

ryanwood935

how many meals per day are you eating, and what's your daily calorie goal? btw, your breakfast doesn't seem to have much in the way of protein...

I eat 3 meals a day, and snake when I feel like it. I actually drink protein shakes when I get home from working out. Any suggestions as to what I can add for breakfast in terms of protein??

Theres a way to make oatmeal with eggs/egg whites I believe. You can also add some protein powder to it.
However, if this keeps you full and you're hitting your protein goal with the other meals, I don't see a point in changing it up. You like your oatmeal ajd it works for you.

I agree with this on all accounts. I make my oatmeal with just egg whites and cinnamon. Not a lot of protein from the egg whites, but it's enough for me. Sometimes I even mash up a banana, mix it with the oats and egg whites, put it on the griddle and make my oatmeal into a pancake instead. Sounds weird, but I love it! It's all about finding what makes you happy and full.

smarieallen85

Holy shmoly. Coconut oil has so many calories. Good to know. Do you really need it? I can't imagine how it tastes; I only ever use it as body oil.

Anyway...I only eat that many calories in one sitting like once a week. That isn't even a very large serving of oat meal.

A friend of mine introduced me to steel cut oats which I ate as a savory meal with a hardboiled egg and red cabbage, a little salt. That probably has less calories.

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elisabeisme

yeah, I think those raisins were adding too many extra calories. I think you'd get more bang for your buck with variations of fresh fruit instead of dried fruit.

I add liquid egg white and soluble powdered fiber to my oatmeal before heating. Neither affects the flavor but the egg white makes the oatmeal texture a bit fluffier and creamier. Liquid egg whites last really well in the fridge. You could easily measure out both fiber and egg whites ahead of time into your week's containers.

Three tablespoons of Liquid egg whites adds five grams of protein for only 25 calories. Two teaspoons of soluble fiber powder have 3 grams of fiber for only 15 calories. Adding protein and fiber really help make the bowl more filling and keeps me satisfied longer.

Naley2322

You could always take out the oil..... add 1/4 cup of nuts for 200 or 1/8 cup for 100.... instead of the 280

SomeNights246

I'm guilty of occasionally making oatmeal that is really heavy in calories. I am addicted to oatmeal. If I were you, I'd cut the blueberries in half. I usually use about 1/2 cup in my oatmeal, and it doesn't suffer. Still has that blueberry flavor that I like. You could probably take out the oil, too, or cut it in half. That would eliminate a lot of calories.

If it isn't filling without the oil, have you tried your oatmeal with peanut butter? I find that adding that fills me up until lunch.

The important thing, though, is whether or not it fits into your daily allowance. If it does, and you like it... don't change a thing. If it doesn't, I would just cut the coconut oil and the blueberries in half. And maybe, sometimes, substitute the raisins for something else.

fatnomoremama

My daughter used to make it for me every morning. She doubled the amount of water and doubled the cooking time which makes it double in volume and is very filling. I would add 2 tbsp. of all natural peanut butter. Heavenly! I miss it, but trying to cut down on carbs.

eric5577

Hmmm. Who knew oatmeal would be such a hot topic...LOL....

All great answers. I have put PB in my Oatmeal before and it does taste pretty good if you ask me, and it is actually lower in Cal than the Cocoanut Oil. I cut it back down to 1tbsp. I like the oil, I have read it does good things. Cut the BB in half, and stop with the rasins. Hope that works. Today my oatmeat was at 400 cal, and I am seeing how that fits in. So far, not so good...HA!!! Here is how it broke down

Oatmeal= 150cal for 1/2 cup
Rasins= 130cal for 1/4 cup
Blueberries= 42cal for 1/2 cup
Cocoanut Oil= 120 for 1tbsp.
Total= 442......ugh

eric5577

i need at LEAST 5-600 cals to start my day!!

Can u cut the cocnut oil out or reduce it by half? Use stevia instead of honey?

I love me some oatmeal too, soaked overnight in greek yogurt

Explain?? Soaked in greek yogurt over night??? Hmmmmm

fatnomoremama

Never tried oatmeal soaked in Greek yogurt, but have tried the chia seeds like that. Love them.

eric5577

Never tried oatmeal soaked in Greek yogurt, but have tried the chia seeds like that. Love them.

I have done Chia seeds in Almond milk. That was pretty good!!! It is like a pudding!!!

Naley2322

torani has sugar free syrups in a bunch of flavors like coconut you could use instead of the oil... without the oil it was be a lot less calories and you can keep all the fruit!

Graelwyn75

I would have to ask, if you are worrying about the calories in this breakfast, given you have 3 meals a day, what is your calorie goal per day because as a guy, I hope you are eating over 1200.