Quaker Super Goodness Granola Nutri Boost Raspberry and Apple, 400g

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The morning staple has been pretty demonised over the years, with some studies citing high sugar and calorie levels as reasons to swerve it altogether. Reduce cholesterol levels. Oats are a good source of beta glucan, a type of fiber that works to reduce total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, two risk factors for heart disease ( 10, 11).

You may also want to look for varieties high in protein and fiber. Aim for at least 3–5 grams of fiber per serving ( 25).I added cinnamon to this batch for some subtle warming spice. Ground ginger (use half as much) and pumpkin spice blends are other options. Dried Fruit Oats contain a compound called beta-glucan, which has been shown to reduce levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) or “bad” cholesterol. LDL cholesterol clogs blood vessels and can lead to heart disease or other health problems.

As such, watch out for ingredients like chocolate chips, honey, and dried fruit with added sugar. Summary Bake until lightly golden, about 18 to 22 minutes, stirring halfway through. Make sure you do not burn your granola, it will further crisp up as it cools outside the oven! Let the granola cool completely, undisturbed (at least 45 minutes). Top with the dried fruit (and optional chocolate chips, if using). Break the granola into pieces with your hands if you want to retain big chunks, or stir it around with a spoon if you don’t want extra-clumpy granola. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends limiting sugar intake to 10% of your total daily calories, which equates to about 12 teaspoons (50 grams) of sugar for someone following a 2,000-calorie diet ( 19). Gingerbread Granola: This granola includes molasses and extra warming spices, plus coconut flakes, dried cranberries and chopped candied ginger.If you’d like to add unsweetened coconut flakes, you can add it halfway through baking for perfectly toasted results (see recipe note). As I grew older, I tried eating cereal/granola (trying to act healthy haha), but since I dislike the taste of milk, I tried to have it with soy milk, but not only it’s time consuming, it also feels weird to have cold food for breakfast. I wasn’t a fan of granola bars as well as they are dry and too sweet.

Dried fruit and nuts also contain antioxidants, like vitamin E, which can lower inflammation in the body. Antioxidants prevent cell damage that can cause serious diseases such as cancer.My favorite thing about this simple and easy granola recipe (besides the taste of course) is how easy they are to make! This recipe is the absolute perfect addition to any meal; plus, this nutty granola is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free!