If you’re looking to start the day in a heart healthy way, porridge is packed full of good stuff. Top with nutrient packed dried fruits, nuts & seeds for a brilliant breakfast al-desko.
October marks the start of National Cholesterol Month, an entire month devoted to raising awareness of high cholesterol and promoting good heart health, all led by Heart UK. Here at MOMA Foods, we’re also working hard to highlight the hidden heart health benefits of the awesome oat!
Oats, oats, they’re good for your heart….
Did you know: Oats contain a soluble fibre called beta glucan which helps to maintain normal cholesterol levels and has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. Beta glucans are a type of soluble fibre which (when eaten on a regular basis) can help to slow down the absorption of carbohydrates into the bloodstream. The slow absorption process goes some way to prevent sugar and insulin levels in the blood stream from spiking. It is these spikes that can trigger a reaction within our bodies to produce more fat and store it in areas of our body which can be bad for the heart.
Magical Magnesium - giving your heart a helping hand
Did you know: Oats contain super high levels of magnesium. The great thing about this super nutrient is that it’s involved with more than 600 chemical reactions in the body! This nutrient helps to support energy production in the body and has also been shown to help prevent heart attacks and strokes by supporting the muscles and vessels surrounding the heart.
Desk drawer friendly & heart-healthy breakfast ideas
Mornings can be hectic, we get it! It’s easy to arrive at work empty-handed, leaving yourself with an empty belly until lunchtime.
Did you know: Two-thirds of 18-24 year olds in the UK say they are not morning people! Talk about generation ZZZ! We’re all about awesome mornings and we’re even more passionate about snooze Britain waking up to a brilliant healthy breakfast. This is why we’ve selected some of our favourite heart-healthy breakfast combos, which can just sit happily in your desk drawer, right until you need them.
Coconut & Chia Instant Porridge Pots topped with Dried Blueberries and Walnuts
We’re coco-nuts for this al-desko breakfast combo. Packed full of beta glucan fibre, chia seeds, protein and antioxidants it already contains a whole concoction of cardiovascular friendly foods! Add to the mix the omega-3 fatty acids from the walnuts and vitamin C from the dried blueberries, it’s not just your heart that’s getting a helping hand, you’ll be boosting both your brain and your immune system, too!
Raspberry, Chia & Pumpkin Seed Porridge Sachets topped with dried apricots and flaked almonds
This porridge recipe is super speedy and super seedy with crunchy pumpkin, linseed and chia seeds. Add antioxidant-rich dried apricots and magnesium packed flaked almonds into the mix and your heart will thank you in the long run.
Plain (No Added Sugar) Instant Porridge Pots with a honey-nut twist
Sometimes only a sweet treat will do and this tasty topping for your instant porridge pot is no exception. It really is the perfect way to enjoy your porridge al-desko! A squeeze of honey and a scattering of mixed nuts (we like omega-3 rich walnuts and cashews) will give your taste buds the wake-up they deserve. Keep your desk drawer stocked up with dried fruits, nuts and a variety of our instant porridge pots for a hearty start to every day, no excuses!
