Guest guest Posted June 3, 2003 Report Share Posted June 3, 2003 I use old fashion oatmeal. Add a few raisins and some water and nuke it. Then I add sugar free maple syrup and a small amount of skim milk. I think I may have some for lunch. Yum! > I just came across a recipe on the BFL website suggesting adding unsweetened (which is still plenty sweet IMO) to your oatmeal. Sounds pretty good. > > Now my question...what's the easiest way to cook oatmeal? (never having been much of an oatmeal fan in the past...but willing to give it a go round) > > Stefanie > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2003 Report Share Posted June 3, 2003 re. adding unsweetened apple sauce to oatmeal, it's fine, but it's also sort of doubling up on the carbs, so I would do protein powder plus 2 T. or so only of the unsw. applesauce.>>>>> I think the recipe called for about 2-3 tsp plus some cinnamon. Call me goofy, but can you tell me exactly how to make old fashioned oatmeal in the microwave? I'm gonna buy some today and have NO idea how to make them? Do you mix it with water or milk or what? What ratios? How long? Stefanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2003 Report Share Posted June 3, 2003 Hahaha, we're in the same boat. Same brand too. Here's a kick, I found an ancient soy protein, strawberry flavor up in the cabinet. I haven't opened it and am actually terrified to use it! LOL It must be...over 5 years old. Unless my memory deceives me, it's closer to over 10 years old. Hey, ya think it's still good? LOL > > > Tink, > > That sounds really good. What kind of protein powder do you use? I'm > > going to the nutrition store today to stock up on Myoplex shakes > > (today is their monthly big discount day for members) > > > > I know EAS has protein powder but they have Simply Protein and > > Precision Protein which I have no clue what is different about them.?? > > > > Stefanie > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2003 Report Share Posted June 3, 2003 I get quick oats. Warning about cooking in microwave...use very big bowl if possible cuz it bubbles up pretty high. I cook them for 4 minutes on 50% power. Mix with water. Usually it is double the water per serving of oatmeal (1/2 cup oatmeal, 1 cup water), but it should list it on the label. Colleen > re. adding unsweetened apple sauce to oatmeal, it's fine, but it's > also sort of doubling up on the carbs, so I would do protein powder > plus 2 T. or so only of the unsw. applesauce.>>>>> > > I think the recipe called for about 2-3 tsp plus some cinnamon. > > Call me goofy, but can you tell me exactly how to make old fashioned oatmeal in the microwave? I'm gonna buy some today and have NO idea how to make them? Do you mix it with water or milk or what? What ratios? How long? > > Stefanie > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2003 Report Share Posted June 3, 2003 I checked my instant package compared to my organic bulk oatmeal and the nutritional info is that same. So I guess mine is safe but good to check. Tink Dani wrote: > I'd really stay away from instant oatmeal. I know it's convenient, > but old fashioned only takes abt. 4 minutes to cook in the microwave, > and it's not stripped of nutrients and fiber like instant is. Also, > re. adding unsweetened apple sauce to oatmeal, it's fine, but it's > also sort of doubling up on the carbs, so I would do protein powder > plus 2 T. or so only of the unsw. applesauce. > > > > > > > > > I just came across a recipe on the BFL website suggesting adding > > > unsweetened (which is still plenty sweet IMO) to your oatmeal. > Sounds > > > pretty good. > > > > > > Now my question...what's the easiest way to cook oatmeal? (never > > > having been much of an oatmeal fan in the past...but willing to > give > > > it a go round) > > > > > > Stefanie > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2003 Report Share Posted June 3, 2003 Yes, definitely use a deep bowl and watch your oatmeal the entire time, esp. closer to the end of the cooking time, since it does bubble over. I've found that old fashioned oats cook in the microwave nearly as quickly as quick cook oats, so I use the former. I use more water (about 1 1/2 cups for 1/2 cup of oats) than the box calls and cook it a bit longer, since I usually add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the cooked oatmeal when it's cooled slightly, and that thickens it up. I then add a bit of milk, some spray butter, Equal, cinnamon and some sugar-free maple syrup. Dani > > re. adding unsweetened apple sauce to oatmeal, it's fine, but it's > > also sort of doubling up on the carbs, so I would do protein powder > > plus 2 T. or so only of the unsw. applesauce.>>>>> > > > > I think the recipe called for about 2-3 tsp plus some cinnamon. > > > > Call me goofy, but can you tell me exactly how to make old > fashioned oatmeal in the microwave? I'm gonna buy some today and have > NO idea how to make them? Do you mix it with water or milk or what? > What ratios? How long? > > > > Stefanie > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2003 Report Share Posted June 4, 2003 Check out this site for " all about oatmeal " http://www.quakeroatmeal.com/FAQ/AP_index.cfm debra > > I buy instant plain oatmeal packets..just a no name brand. > > I mix one packet with one scoop of protein powder (chocolate), > > sometimes add some peanut butter, and 2/3 cup of water, > > nuke for 1 minute, stop and stir, nuke for another minute. > > > > YUM YUM. > > > > Tink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2003 Report Share Posted June 4, 2003 Tink, Are you using one that has the " big flakes " of oatmeal? That is the kind it should be. You should be able to see " whole oats " when you pour it out. Colleen > I checked my instant package compared to my organic > bulk oatmeal and the nutritional info is that same. So I guess > mine is safe but good to check. > > Tink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2003 Report Share Posted June 4, 2003 Hi Collen, Yep, they are definitely big flakes...LOL I use the organic slow cook ones (but it says you can nuke them too) in the baking, and the plain oatmeal instant packets when I need a post workout high carb meal. I learn so much on here! (, thanks for posting about the pasta. I haven't had any (except for free day)in months, but if I get a craving I'll keep that cooking time in mind. ) Tink colleenp99 wrote: > Tink, > > Are you using one that has the " big flakes " of oatmeal? That is the > kind it should be. You should be able to see " whole oats " when you > pour it out. > > Colleen > > > > I checked my instant package compared to my organic > > bulk oatmeal and the nutritional info is that same. So I guess > > mine is safe but good to check. > > > > Tink > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 9, 2003 Report Share Posted September 9, 2003 > Is there a nutritional difference between regular and quick oatmeal? I had > assumed they were equivalent. > > Apparently there is a difference as far as disgestion is concerned between instant regular flavored oatmeal(and I suspect other flavors) that come in an envelope and the 3-5 minute regular flavored oatmeal. My nutrionist advocates eating the 3-5 minute one because its slower to disgest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2004 Report Share Posted January 12, 2004 On Mon, Jan 12, 2004 at 10:31:10AM -0500, lilcuteladybugxo@... wrote: > Is there a reason why they say to use Quick oats instead of Instant? I am > just curious if it has the same nutritional value, fiber, etc. > Nikki > > Instant is processed and also your body digests it faster. Quick oats take longer to digest. -eve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2004 Report Share Posted January 12, 2004 In a message dated 1/12/2004 1:36:15 PM Greenland Daylight Time, lilcuteladybugxo@... writes: > Is there a reason why they say to use Quick oats instead of Instant? they are less processed. also, many of the instants have added sugar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2004 Report Share Posted January 13, 2004 I ahve been told that the more processed it is the higher the glycimic value it is... > > Is there a reason why they say to use Quick oats instead of Instant? I am > > just curious if it has the same nutritional value, fiber, etc. > > Nikki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2004 Report Share Posted May 31, 2004 I'd suggest McCann's steel cut oats from www.netrition.com The whole grain is there, the only downfall is that it takes 30 minutes to cook. They are fabulous though! - MN C1W7D1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2004 Report Share Posted June 3, 2004 In a message dated 5/31/2004 9:00:37 PM Eastern Daylight Time, srkearns@... writes: > I've been using Quaker Old Fashioned Oats for five months now and I just > want > to confirm that those are the right oats for BFL. I'm pretty sure it's > correct because it says " whole grain " on the box Those are fine that's what I use. Yes, you are right the only difference between the Old fashioned and quick oats is that the quick oats are cut up more. for some reason it is healthier to eat the ones that are the least cut up. Steel cut oats are the least cut and are the best choice. I am happy with my Quaker old fashioned oats. they are so quick to prepare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2004 Report Share Posted September 1, 2004 The faster it cooks the more processed it is, that's all. The best oatmeal is the steel cut kind but they take something like 30 minutes to cook so I stick with the old fashioned five minute kind. I'm too impatient. Stasia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2004 Report Share Posted September 1, 2004 > The faster it cooks the more processed it is, that's all. The best > oatmeal is the steel cut kind but they take something like 30 > minutes to cook so I stick with the old fashioned five minute kind. > I'm too impatient. > > Stasia I cook a big ol' batch of the steel cut kind, and then put it in Tupperware in the fridge. It microwaves really well, and the kids will help themselves to it too. Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 I have my patients start the hot cereals by wk 3 post-op and tell them to thin it down with milk/lactaid. Hope that helps. Subido, RD --- " Hilleary, M. " <teresa.hilleary@...> wrote: > Does anyone prohibit the use of oatmeal cereal > during the early stages after > the surgery? Does anyone prohibit cooked cereal in > general or any type of > cooked cereals specifically, in the first week or 2 > or longer? > > Cooked cereal is allowed on our general Full Liquid > diet, so I guess it just > carried over into our Gastric Bypass Full Liquid > diet which is after our > first 2-4 meals of Gastric Bypass Clear Liquid diet. > > > But we have had 2 pts not tolerate oatmeal well so > far. > > Hilleary, MPH, RD > San Diego VA Medical Center > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 29, 2004 Report Share Posted September 29, 2004 We allow it but make clear to the patients that it must be runny and preferably blended. Shirley R. , RD, MS, CD Registered Dietitian Dean East Clinic, 1821 S. Stoughton Rd Madison, WI 53716 Ph: (608) 260-6524 fax : (608) 260-6521 shirley.shelley@... " Hilleary, M. " " ' ' " <teresa.hilleary@m < > ed.va.gov> cc: Subject: oatmeal 09/28/2004 06:30 PM Please respond to BariatricNutrition Dietitians Does anyone prohibit the use of oatmeal cereal during the early stages after the surgery? Does anyone prohibit cooked cereal in general or any type of cooked cereals specifically, in the first week or 2 or longer? Cooked cereal is allowed on our general Full Liquid diet, so I guess it just carried over into our Gastric Bypass Full Liquid diet which is after our first 2-4 meals of Gastric Bypass Clear Liquid diet. But we have had 2 pts not tolerate oatmeal well so far. Hilleary, MPH, RD San Diego VA Medical Center Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 29, 2004 Report Share Posted September 29, 2004 We tell patients to do full liquids the first 6 weeks after surgery and any type of hot cereal (within limits, no apple cinnamon oatmeal,etc) is permitted. No one has had trouble tolerating it. Gregoline, RD Columbus Regional Hospital Columbus, IN 47201 (812)376-5287 oatmealDoes anyone prohibit the use of oatmeal cereal during the early stages afterthe surgery? Does anyone prohibit cooked cereal in general or any type ofcooked cereals specifically, in the first week or 2 or longer?Cooked cereal is allowed on our general Full Liquid diet, so I guess it justcarried over into our Gastric Bypass Full Liquid diet which is after ourfirst 2-4 meals of Gastric Bypass Clear Liquid diet. But we have had 2 pts not tolerate oatmeal well so far. Hilleary, MPH, RDSan Diego VA Medical Center Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 20, 2006 Report Share Posted July 20, 2006 Kersten, here is a link for gluten free oats but I have not ordered them yet. http://www.glutenfreeoats.com/ We also were GFCF for a long time and have recently added regular organic oatmeal from the grocery store. I sprinkle a zyme prime and 1 peptizide (to digest any gluten) and have not noticed any type of regression. As a matter of fact, his BM's are regular and look fine. He really enjoys having something new added to his diet and it makes breakfast a lot more filling for him. > > I recently finished the Enzymes for Autism book, however, she talks about oatmeal being a savior in the healing of her child's gut, and says she will talk about that later... > > But...I never got to it! Just wondering if I should risk it since is GFCFSF and on enzymes regularly. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 21, 2006 Report Share Posted July 21, 2006 >>>Just wondering if I should risk it since is GFCFSF and on enzymes regularly. Oatmeal is more a toss-up based on personal preference. It is great soluble fiber and has healing properties (as in aveeno skin care products, and oatmeal baths and soaps). And recent research shows it is safe for most celiacs (the 'gluten' isn't the same as in wheat, barley and rye). However, if you have trouble with starches in general, it is still a starch. My personal feeling for my family is the pluses far outweigh any negatives, especially if you are using enzymes. But if your child doesn't do well with oatmeal or it will cause you too much stress worrying about it, then it can be avoided. One of the concerns with oatmeal from those wanting 120% gluten-free is potential cross- contamination from the fields where oats may be grown in rotation with wheat or other cereal grains. In real agriculture, oats are not frequently grown in rotation with wheat. In Europe, this rotation is more frequent. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Unfortunately no, it has gluten. Lower amounts than wheat though. > > Is oatmeal acceptable in a Gluten free diet? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 My understanding is that pure oats have no gluten. However, almost all oat products are contaminated with wheat and perhaps other gluten-containing grains. Dean _____ From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of pjthreeboys Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 10:19 AM Subject: [ ] Re: oatmeal Unfortunately no, it has gluten. Lower amounts than wheat though. > > Is oatmeal acceptable in a Gluten free diet? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Opinions vary. I avoid it, but I couldn't stand oatmeal before I went GF. There are some brands which claim to be GF, check at HFS. S S oatmeal Posted by: " priscillasohsh " priscillasohsh@... priscillasohsh Tue Feb 24, 2009 7:11 am (PST) Is oatmeal acceptable in a Gluten free diet? ------------------------------------------------------------ Electronic Medical Records Buried in medical files? Click here for information on an electronic system. http://tagline.excite.com/fc/FgElN1g4rmd6jeNDcxvTQU0uqBezjY8ir7KE7hdavhCrLZSsVCu\ j0H6MljS/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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