I find if I add Fiber in the form of Oatmeal to smoothies and yogurts it will keep me fuller for longer and I am less likely to snack in between meals. It also helps reduce chlorestrol and provides some essential fats.
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Makes for a great filling breakfast when time is in short supply.
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I add uncooked oat bran and old fashioned oats. Fast and easy and tons of good for you!
MIRDREAMS2/25/2012 1:47:00 PM
Do you cook the oatmeal first?
CATHLENEBLANTON2/25/2012 9:16:00 AM
Pea protein also helps, it keeps you full for an extra 4 hours.. I take Aim's Propeas and Fit n Fiber to have a natural whole food supplement meal replacement.....yummmm.....i t's vanilla and peach flavored...VERY healthy along with my BarleyLife Xtra, that has 18 different fruits and veggies in it every morning..
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