Monday, February 27, 2012

Morning Porridge, More Than Oatmeal


Morning Porridge, More Than Oatmeal
Much More Than Oatmeal
Heating a bowl of whole-grain porridge laced with fruit and natural sweeteners is nearly as quick as grabbing a sugary doughnut for breakfast, but the health benefits last all day, especially for school kids. "Children who eat a healthy breakfast, including whole grains, are more likely to have improved concentration and test scores, avoid sugar crashes, behave better, be on track to meet daily nutrient requirements and optimize mental and physical development," said Amy Davidson, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program coordinator for the University of Vermont Cooperative Extension. "Porridge" is the term for any cooked cereal grain. Around the world, breakfast porridge includes a hot bowl of barley, quinoa, amaranth, bulgur and other local grains in addition to the familiar oatmeal... Read More

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