Is there a healthier oatmeal?

If you don't like it don't eat it. There's a billion other foods in the world. But if you want to try it, how about doing a baked oatmeal bar or something? Do a google search for baked oatmeal bars... or here's one I have but I haven't tried:
http://www.snack-girl.com/snack/healthy-baked-oatmeal/

Steelcut oats are my preference for just eating, but they're more dense and chewy.

I also like plain yogurt, w/uncooked oatmeal, fruit and either vanilla extract or torania syrups - put in the refrigerator overnight (so the oats get soft) and then you'll have a yummy morning breakfast. My favorite is w/bananas and frozen cherries.

I really REALLY like the 'refrigerator oatmeal'. I add a scoop of unflavored protein powder and chia seeds for the protein count as well.

recipes here: http://www.theyummylife.com/recipes/browse/Oatmeal

and here is the MFP forum with more ideas:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/641423-overnight-oats-why-didn-t-i-do-this-sooner

Good luck

I really REALLY like the 'refrigerator oatmeal'. I add a scoop of unflavored protein powder and chia seeds for the protein count as well.

recipes here: http://www.theyummylife.com/recipes/browse/Oatmeal

and here is the MFP forum with more ideas:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/641423-overnight-oats-why-didn-t-i-do-this-sooner

Good luck

this is my new favorite thing in the whole wide world. I had mango almond today... I added some almond slivers. OMG. Ican't wait for breakfast each day!

Just buy plain and add some nice yummy berries x

I eat the old fashioned oats. I think quick oats are ok if I'm at work, but if I am at home with a stove in front of me, I'm going the traditional route.

If it is the mush that you hate, you can use less water when you cook it, and throw in some nuts and fruit when you're done. I always mix in fruit, nuts, and then top with a dollop of vanilla greek yogurt. The nuts and yogurt give it some protein, the fruit makes it taste good, and the oatmeal itself gives me some fiber to keep things moving.

One of my favorite combinations is with apple chunks, cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts. Another classic is berries (raspberries or blueberries) and almonds.

I used to make fun of my dad for eating oatmeal for breakfast because I thought it was old people food, but I guess I'm old now too. I can't function without a certain level of fiber, and oatmeal is just the easiest way for me to get it without getting gas.

Just remember that you don't have to make yourself like anything, and that breakfast does not have to be a "breakfast" food. I typically eat cereal every morning, but once in a while I will enjoy a skinless chicken breast and a fresh tomato. Don't set yourself up to fail by forcing foods you don't like....no need for suffering! Good luck to you!!!

I love porridge, but another yummy way to have oats, similar to overnight is to grate an apple into a bowl, add a few raisins or cranberries, a teaspoon of cinnamon, a tablespoon of flaked almonds, two tablespoons of oats and then fill the bowl with milk. Leave in the fridge overnight, and it is utterly addictive by the next morning.

I only eat instant oatmeal and i cut up a banana in it. i like the apple/cinnamon or maple brown sugar flavors. i might even add milk sometimes to it.