Immunity Porridge Recipe
10 mins
4
The idea of “boosting” your immune system is appealing, however the concept doesn’t actually hold any scientific merit. There is no automatic cure or supplement that you can take to “boost” the entirety of your immune system. Rather, the health of your immune system is based on a holistic healthy lifestyle. While your immune system relies on a whole bunch of different health, nutrition and activity factors, there are simple ways that you can help your build the strength of your immunity such as getting enough sleep, being regularly active and following a balanced diet to ensure you’re getting a wide array of important vitamins, minerals and fibre.
Given our immune system begins in our gut, it’s important to keep your gut microbiome in balance. A fibre-rich diet, including lots of colourful fruits, vegetables whole grains, nuts and legumes will nourish the beneficial bacteria, which in turn help keep your immune system in good working order.
Here’s a breakfast recipe that I love to start my day on the right foot - a satisfying and comforting bowl full of wholegrain goodness, fibre, protein and antioxidants helping you stay in fighting shape.
INGREDIENTS
1 ½ cups UNCLE TOBYS Traditional Rolled Oats
2 cups milk of choice
1 ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp peanut butter
½ cup water, add more water for desired consistency
2 bananas
3 tbsp maple syrup, extra for drizzling
Natural Greek yoghurt for serving
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 180C and line a small baking tray with baking paper.
2. Gently peel the banana and slice each banana in half, lengthways.
3. Place the bananas on the prepared baking tray and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon on top, drizzle with a little maple syrup. Bake for 8-10 mins.
4. Meanwhile, place the oats, milk, peanut butter, water and 1 tsp cinnamon in a small pot on a medium-to high heat. Bring the oat mixture to boil, then allow to simmer on low-medium heat for 5-8 minutes until oats are soft and creamy, stirring continuously. Add more water or milk to your desired consistency.
5. Once oats are cooked, spoon into bowls, top with banana, a dollop of natural Greek yoghurt and sprinkle with crushed nuts.