Flex the Flax Oatmeal
Start your day with a brain-boosting bowl of Flex the Flax Oatmeal. This oatmeal is packed with omega-3-rich seeds, dementia-fighting ingredients like gingko biloba and wheat bran, and sweetened naturally with antioxidant-rich blueberries. It's a perfect meal to support brain health and overall wellness.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: International
- Course: Breakfast
- Servings: 2
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Vegan, Whole Foods Plant-based
- Tags: #longevity, #anti-dementia, #morethan94challenge, #vegan, #WFPB, #highOmega3
Nutritional Values
This meal is excellent for maintaining neurological health due to its high omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseeds, chia seeds, and hemp seeds. Nutritional yeast provides B-vitamins enhancing brain function, while wheat bran and blueberries add additional fiber and antioxidants.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 16 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | 30 mg | -- |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45 g | -- |
| Dietary Fiber | 10 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | 5 g | -- |
| Protein | 15 g | -- |
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats; 2 cups almond milk; 1/4 cup blueberries; 2 tbsp flaxseeds, ground; 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tbsp hemp seeds; 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped; 2 tbsp wheat bran; 1 tsp gingko biloba extract; 2 tbsp nutritional yeast; Optional: sweeten with maple syrup or agave nectar
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the almond milk to a boil. Add the rolled oats and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are soft. Remove from heat and stir in the flaxseeds, chia seeds, and hemp seeds. Allow to sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Mix in the wheat bran, nutritional yeast, and gingko biloba extract. Serve topped with blueberries and chopped walnuts. Sweeten with maple syrup or agave nectar if desired.
Allergens
Nuts
HealthScore: 90
This breakfast option scores high for its balanced nutritional profile, high in omega-3 fatty acids and B-vitamins which are vital for brain health and dementia prevention.