OATMEAL

aehartley

PRO-CONS OF OATMEAL

I am thinking about changing to oatmeal instead of my normal everyday protin shake... pro/cons ideas


GO!

VeganGal84

I can't think of any cons. I eat oatmeal almost daily, and LOVE it! Delicious, filling, nutritious. :bigsmile:

Jessicaruby

i love oatmeal. i eat a sugar free version and i love it. i eat it for breakfst and even snacks on occasion for only 100 calories and it keeps me full

mmildice

i'm not sure of any pros or cons but i eat oatmeal almost everyday. it keeps me feeling full a lot longer than anything else that i've tried.

erickirb

Pros,
- will keep you full longer
- is more natural (assuming you are not going to do flavored instant stuff)
- good source of fiber

Cons,
- Lack of protein (you can add a scoop or 1/2 of protein powder
- Takes longer than the shake

Amandac6772

I've been eating steel cut oats. I have to cook them the day before because they take so long but they warm up nice in the microwave, I added blueberries this morning with a little brown sugar splenda and it was AWESOME. I cook enough at one time for 4 or 5 days. They keep well in the fridge. I eat two scrambled eggs whites and whole egg to beef up the protein.

trailriderdee

At work we do the old fashioned oats with a scoop of protein in it instead of the old usual brown sugar. Max Muscle Triple Whey Chocolate, and a teaspoon of creamy peanut butter make a tasty healthy bowl of oats!

_gwen

+1, but I have oatmeal and a protein shake in the morning.

Breakfast is my biggest meal of the day.

JulieBoBoo

try to use steel cut oats of quick oats instead of instant oats if you can. Takes longer to cook but much more nutritious. I get that it's not always possible.. but if you can opt for the less processed ones and the ones that don't come with salt already added. Also be sure to add some nuts or seeds so you get your protein in

fbmandy55

I eat oatmeal every day for breakfast. Yummy :happy:

nygiantschick

funny- I'm eating myu oatmeal now. I can't think of any cons- fills me up, tastes good (I add dreid cranberries,, walnuts and cinnamon, oatmilk, a little salt and agave to mine). Great for fiber. Just don't do the packaged stuff. I used QUaker for the weekday when I gotta get out the door so I can eat it at my desk @ work. I like my protein shakes for later in the evening for dinner. Hope this helps.

TMcBooty

I agree with Eric.. but my question is why do you want to change if what you are doing seems to be working just fine for you?

sarahsmom1

Pro one day I make it and its great Con the next time I make it i can use it as wall paper paste but either way its good for you

engineman312

- Lack of protein (you can add a scoop or 1/2 of protein powder

good advice!!! will do that tomorrow and see how it goes!!

VeganGal84

Pros,
- will keep you full longer
- is more natural (assuming you are not going to do flavored instant stuff)
- good source of fiber

Cons,
- Lack of protein (you can add a scoop or 1/2 of protein powder
- Takes longer than the shake

I think that oatmeal has lots of protein! 12 grams per cup.

yokurio

Pros: Oatmeal keeps you full longer, Oatmeal tastes better when things are added to it

Cons: Its easy to lose yourself to all the flavors of oatmeal which increases your calorie count


From my understanding, it doesn't matter what you eat, as long as you maintain your calorie count each day. When you're over your goal calories, you need to balance it out with exercise. So if Oatmeal floats your boat, so be it. Just don't lie to yourself or to your calorie counter, no body is watching your calorie counter but you.

Also, if you are drinking a protein shake daily, you have to exercise, that protein will turn to fat just as fast as anything else. In fact, a fat molecule is comprised of quite a bit of protein. So, without exercise, that protein becomes energy or fat, if not consumed by activity or your metabolism, it becomes fat. (Thanks biology class... lmao!)

TMcBooty

Also, if you are drinking a protein shake daily, you have to exercise, that protein will turn to fat just as fast as anything else. In fact, a fat molecule is comprised of quite a bit of protein. So, without exercise, that protein becomes energy or fat, if not consumed by activity or your metabolism, it becomes fat. (Thanks biology class... lmao!)

thanks for the info. I didn't know that. I knew sugar and carbs did but not protein!

kaylynn54

I add a little peanut butter to my oatmeal. LOVE IT!!!!!!

aehartley

I agree with Eric.. but my question is why do you want to change if what you are doing seems to be working just fine for you?

It is not that something is not working. I am really tired of protin shakes. I have the bad habit of eating the same food everyday - so I don't have to think or worry about my calories. This is habit ( read behavior) for me. I have had problems with an ED and I am trying to loose weight / maintaine in a healthy way.

aehartley

Also, if you are drinking a protein shake daily, you have to exercise, that protein will turn to fat just as fast as anything else. In fact, a fat molecule is comprised of quite a bit of protein. So, without exercise, that protein becomes energy or fat, if not consumed by activity or your metabolism, it becomes fat. (Thanks biology class... lmao!)

thanks for the info. I didn't know that. I knew sugar and carbs did but not protein!

not a problem, trust me I usually workout everyday at 5am... so i am well in a deficet before my first meal

nosugarcoating

I eat oatmeal for breakfast every day. I just use oats (you can't buy instant oats here), add water (at a ratio of 1:2 so 60g of oats and 120ml (g) of water), microwave for a minute. In the meantime I mash a banana (or half of a large one), mix and add 10g of peanut butter and some ground cinnamon. Mmmmmm.

LisaCFSF

I've been eating steel cut oats. I have to cook them the day before because they take so long but they warm up nice in the microwave, I added blueberries this morning with a little brown sugar splenda and it was AWESOME. I cook enough at one time for 4 or 5 days. They keep well in the fridge. I eat two scrambled eggs whites and whole egg to beef up the protein.

I agree, steel cut oats are the best alternative; never the instant stuff. Steel cut oats don't affect your glycemic index the way the others do. I cook 5 days at a time and store them in small one cup containers, then add blueberries; truvia, stevia, or Agave nectar; almonds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, or walnuts occasionally; and grab n go for quick breakfast. You can make each serving a little different by varying your add-ins. They heat up well in microwave and taste great! The texture is nutty with a bit of a chew that is satisfying. I add in Jillian Michael's protein powder AFTER it is heated or have a 2% string cheese or Babybel cheese for added protein.

aehartley

I've been eating steel cut oats. I have to cook them the day before because they take so long but they warm up nice in the microwave, I added blueberries this morning with a little brown sugar splenda and it was AWESOME. I cook enough at one time for 4 or 5 days. They keep well in the fridge. I eat two scrambled eggs whites and whole egg to beef up the protein.

I agree, steel cut oats are the best alternative; never the instant stuff. Steel cut oats don't affect your glycemic index the way the others do. I cook 5 days at a time and store them in small one cup containers, then add blueberries; truvia, stevia, or Agave nectar; almonds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, or walnuts occasionally; and grab n go for quick breakfast. You can make each serving a little different by varying your add-ins. They heat up well in microwave and taste great! The texture is nutty with a bit of a chew that is satisfying. I add in Jillian Michael's protein powder AFTER it is heated or have a 2% string cheese or Babybel cheese for added protein.

thanks, this is what i was looking for

LisaCFSF

I've been eating steel cut oats. I have to cook them the day before because they take so long but they warm up nice in the microwave, I added blueberries this morning with a little brown sugar splenda and it was AWESOME. I cook enough at one time for 4 or 5 days. They keep well in the fridge. I eat two scrambled eggs whites and whole egg to beef up the protein.

I agree, steel cut oats are the best alternative; never the instant stuff. Steel cut oats don't affect your glycemic index the way the others do. I cook 5 days at a time and store them in small one cup containers, then add blueberries; truvia, stevia, or Agave nectar; almonds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, or walnuts occasionally; and grab n go for quick breakfast. You can make each serving a little different by varying your add-ins. They heat up well in microwave and taste great! The texture is nutty with a bit of a chew that is satisfying. I add in Jillian Michael's protein powder AFTER it is heated or have a 2% string cheese or Babybel cheese for added protein.

thanks, this is what i was looking for

You're welcome, glad it helped!

jimmychoo2shoes

I've been doing the cold overnight oats, which are good and easy because I don't have to cook them in the morning. I just mix 1/3 cup oats, 1/3 cup milk (almond for me), 1/3 cup greek yogurt and put in the fridge overnight. I usually add some fruit and chia seeds and a little agave in the morning. Then I make some eggs while I'm eating that : )

jernigan51

I don't really know of any cons, it's all around pretty great for you, I eat it every morning!

HerbieSue

I've been eating steel cut oats. I have to cook them the day before because they take so long but they warm up nice in the microwave, I added blueberries this morning with a little brown sugar splenda and it was AWESOME. I cook enough at one time for 4 or 5 days. They keep well in the fridge. I eat two scrambled eggs whites and whole egg to beef up the protein.

I agree, steel cut oats are the best alternative; never the instant stuff. Steel cut oats don't affect your glycemic index the way the others do. I cook 5 days at a time and store them in small one cup containers, then add blueberries; truvia, stevia, or Agave nectar; almonds, dried cranberries, cinnamon, or walnuts occasionally; and grab n go for quick breakfast. You can make each serving a little different by varying your add-ins. They heat up well in microwave and taste great! The texture is nutty with a bit of a chew that is satisfying. I add in Jillian Michael's protein powder AFTER it is heated or have a 2% string cheese or Babybel cheese for added protein.

Thanks for the single serving tip!

HerbieSue

i love oatmeal. i eat a sugar free version and i love it. i eat it for breakfst and even snacks on occasion for only 100 calories and it keeps me full

Where do you get sugar free oatmeal? My Quaker is 150 calories for 1/2 a cup!!

liquidsnape

Where I am we have a Sugar Free oatmeal that is a store brand. I buy it at Meijer they have a Apple Cinnamon and Maple Brown Sugar both a 100 calories a pack, I usually add a banana or a teaspoon of fibersupplement to it and then drink a quart of water, I work early mornings so that usually keeps me going for about 4-5 hours until I have my mid morning "lunch"

LoveHoodies

Trader Joe's does a quick cooking steel cut oats. They cook in less than 10 minutes on the stove and taste just as good. Just don't try making them in the microwave, even the container says you can, mess-city!