Research published in the journalGut Microbeshighlights that a diverse gut microbiome can actually enhance weight loss.

Staying full can also help you avoid overeating later in the day.

So, how can you make the best bowl of oatmeal to align with your weight loss goals?

oatmeal with bananas almonds and peanut butter in a bowl with a blue border

Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

For only 320 calories, this is a nutritious and filling way to start your day.

Get our recipe forOatmeal with Peanut Butter and Banana.

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Savory Spirulina and Kale Oatmeal

Oatmeal doesn’t have to be sweet!

Oatmeal with peanut butter and banana recipe

Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

This savory oatmeal recipe uses oats, kale, spirulina, and hemp seeds.

The oatmeal is topped with carrots, spicy microgreens, and flavorful seasonings.

It’s so satisfying that you might enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Spirulina Oatmeal

Stephanie Wright

Get our recipe forSavory Oatmeal.

But don’t worry!

Get our recipe forPaleo Oatmeal.

coconut paleo oatmeal

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Get our recipe forOvernight Cinnamon Roll Oats.

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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Sometimes, simple is best.

overnight cinnamon roll oats in open glass mason jar with blueberries on wooden tabletop with spoon

Jason Donnelly

Put all of your ingredients in a jar together overnight and enjoy first thing in the morning.

For added flavor, top with your favorite berries or nuts!

Get our recipe forPeanut Butter Overnight Oats.

mango ginger overnight oat jars with spoons and pomegranate seeds

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Get our recipe forGrain Free Oatmeal.

Make the night before so that you might wake up and enjoy first thing in the morning.

And with almost 10 grams of fiber per serving, this breakfast will leave you feeling satiated.

overnight oats finished with a spoon of oats on the marble counter

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Get the recipe fromCotter Crunch.

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Chocolate chip cookie dough for breakfast?

Yes, c’mon!

whole30 grain-free oatmeal in bowl

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Get the recipe fromFit Foodie Finds.

Make yourself a bowl of chocolate oatmeal.

Even though it tastes like dessert, this bowl only contains 130 calories.

keto berries and cream overnight oats

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Get the recipe fromWell Plated.

cup of overnight oatmeal

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bowl of Strawberries and Cream Oatmeal

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bowl of Chocolate oatmeal

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