Flavored instant oatmeal
It’s a whole grain, a healthy grab-and-go breakfast choice, and easily topped with other healthful sides like berries, flax, and nuts. So what could possibly be bad about oatmeal? Well, flavored packets have more sugar and sodium than regular rolled or steel cut oats.
“Plain instant oatmeal packets are great,” says Blatner. “Make a packet and then stir in natural peanut butter. You can also try adding cinnamon, vanilla extract, cocoa nibs, or unsweetened coconut flakes for flavor without sugar. Mashed berries or chopped banana make it naturally sweet.” Better yet, she says: Combine half cup rolled oats with one cup water and microwave for three minutes.
