Think of a healthier breakfast than oatmealwe’ll wait.

Thick, steel-cut oats are the least processed form of oats.

And Ivanir highly recommends buying organic oats.

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“Ideally, buy organic oats because oats are highly sprayed with a toxic pesticide called glyphosate.

Too much glyphosate can impact our gut health, hormone balance, and overall health,” says Ivanir.

“To prep steel-cut oats, soak them overnight, and then pour out the water the next day.

Then you could cook them on the stovetop with some water or plant-based milk,” Ivanir suggests.

This soaking technique isn’t just a clever cooking tip; it’s also a secret nutrition hack!

“Soaking theoats overnighthelps make them easier to digest.

Ready to reap the benefits of oats?

Head out and get yourself a bag of organic steel-cut oats.