Oatmeal is a whole grain hero and you should be eating it everyday! Whole grains, like oats, contain fiber and prebiotics – which may help support a healthy digestive system. Oats can help manage appetite by providing satiety, think about it… if you’re feeling satisfied you’re likely to eat less which is a win-win for your waistline!

So which oatmeal to choose? Most oatmeal varieties start out from the same oat; the differences boil down to their texture and cooking time:

• 1 Minute: Instant, cut finer to cook faster
• 2 Minutes: Quick, cooks in about 2 minutes on the stove top or microwave
• 5 Minutes: Old Fashioned, 100% Natural rolled oats
• 20 Minutes: Steel Cut, Cut not rolled for a full and hearty texture and rich, nutty taste.

Protein Power Tip:

Make it with Milk! Prepare your oats according to package directions, instead of water use low-fat milk for a total of 13 grams of protein!

Source: Quaker Oats Center of Excellence