Can a warm breakfast really improve your life? We answer this question with a resounding yes! A warm breakfast such as porridge has many advantages. It contains valuable nutrients that give you energy and keep you full for a long time.
In this article you will learn more about the advantages of a warm breakfast and how you can quickly prepare your own warm oat meal.
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Why is warm oat porridge so healthy?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine ( TCM nutrition), the body can process warm food more easily. The food is already at body temperature, so to speak. This means that the stomach does not have to expend additional energy to warm the food in order to be able to process it.
If you eat a warm breakfast, your stomach and spleen can work together ideally and build up the life energy Qi. If the harmonious interaction of your digestive organs is not given, it can lead to digestive issues and a weakened immune system.
More details: The advantages of warm TCM nutrition in the morning
A warm TCM diet in the morning takes the strain off the spleen. The spleen is responsible for strengthening the lungs and maintaining a healthy immune system. Eating a warm breakfast now gives the spleen time to focus on these tasks, improving overall health.
Warm porridge is easier to digest
Hot food is easier to digest and people who eat a hot breakfast relieve the gastrointestinal tract. Since hot meals require less energy for digestion, stomach aches, digestive problems and bloating can be prevented. In addition, a hot breakfast strengthens the digestive power.
Warmth and healthy porridge strengthen the immune system
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the lungs are responsible for resistance, while the lungs are considered the child of the spleen, which in turn is responsible for digestion. Anything that strengthens the spleen also strengthens the lungs.
No more cravings thanks to delicious porridge
A warm, healthy breakfast according to TCM ensures that you don't fall into the notorious midday slump and alleviates cravings for sweets. According to TCM, such cravings are caused by a lack of Qi in the spleen. If you build up your spleen Qi with a warm breakfast, you won't be plagued by cravings in the long term.
Warm TCM nutrition leaves you pleasantly full – without any bloating.
Porridge keeps you pleasantly full for up to five hours, without leaving you feeling bloated. Some studies have shown that people eat healthier and more consciously in the morning. The later it is in the day, the less resistance there is to unhealthy foods. So, taking advantage of your motivation in the morning, you can prepare a larger amount of porridge. This also provides a good basis for a healthy dinner.
TCM nutrition contains many important nutrients that the body can process perfectly. Oatmeal, millet and porridge contain many vitamins and minerals that can be better utilised when the meal is cooked. In combination with healthy toppings, such as chia seeds, the nutrient content is further increased.
So how does a warm breakfast improve your life?
As already mentioned, a warm meal in the morning strengthens the immune system, relieves the digestive tract and boosts the metabolism. All these factors contribute to a higher quality of life. Healthy nutrients contained in porridge ensure that the body is supplied with everything it needs to function. This factor also has a positive effect on general well-being.
Hot breakfast from Verival – a variety of porridges – many important nutrients
Porridge is not only a super healthy breakfast, it also tastes really delicious. It can be prepared with many different ingredients, such as nuts, dried fruit, berries or spices, to suit your taste. Fresh fruit adds a special touch and gives the morning meal a lot of freshness.
There are almost no limits to your imagination when preparing a warm breakfast. Thanks to the wide variety of delicious porridge varieties, you are guaranteed never to get bored in the morning. Many porridge mixtures are gluten-free and are also available without added sugar.
The versatile range includes exotic flavours such as coconut-orange and pumpkin-tomato as well as classic porridges such as Bircher muesli and our blackberry blend. The best thing about porridge is that all you need to do is pour hot water, milk or a milk alternative over it and leave it to soak for about three minutes. Your delicious breakfast is ready.
If you want to strengthen your immune system, have more energy for the day or improve your general well-being, a warm breakfast is just the thing for you.
