My Oatmeal Hack For Regularity
Three months ago, I decided I couldn't keep ignoring what my body was trying to tell me.
I was constantly bloated, rarely felt truly "regular," and no matter how much sleep I got, my energy just wasn't where I wanted it to be.
Around that same time, I began intentionally healing my gut. While there wasn't one magical food that fixed everything, this breakfast quickly became one of the biggest daily habits that supported my healing. I honestly look forward to it every morning now.
Here's why I keep making it:
✨ 1. It's packed with fiber.
The combination of oatmeal and chia seeds has been a game changer for my digestion. For the first time in a long time, I started feeling consistently regular, and that alone has made such a difference in how I feel day to day.
💪 2. It helps me hit my protein goals.
With collagen and an egg whisked in after cooking, this bowl gives me over 30 grams of protein without tasting overly "healthy."
🤍 3. It keeps me full for hours.
No more reaching for snacks an hour later. This breakfast keeps me satisfied well into the afternoon.
⏱️ 4. It takes less than 10 minutes.
As a mom of four, I need breakfasts that are realistic, not complicated. This one fits into real life.
⚡ 5. It gives me steady energy.
Instead of the mid-morning crash I used to feel, this breakfast gives me a much steadier start to the day.
Again, this isn't medical advice or a miracle meal. It's simply one of the daily habits that has supported my own gut-healing journey, and I hope it helps someone else who has been feeling the same way.
My Everyday Protein-Packed Oatmeal (1 Serving)
• ½ cup rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 cup water
• Pinch of sea salt
Bring everything to a gentle simmer and cook until the oats are tender.
Remove from the heat and vigorously whisk in:
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon collagen peptides (mine contains 18g of protein)
Top with your favorite fruit, a drizzle of honey, and plenty of cinnamon.
Save this recipe for your next grocery trip, and let me know if you try it. 🤍
