Protein has been stealing the spotlight lately when it comes to nutrients we should be getting from our food. But there's another nutrient that's equally important and beneficial: fiber. Fiber aids with bowel health because it passes through the body rather than being absorbed by it; it helps lower cholesterol by preventing the body from absorbing amounts of that, too, from certain foods; and it behaves similarly with blocking sugar absorption and therefore helps maintain healthier blood sugar levels.
Sisters but not twins, chia seed pudding and overnight oats offer convenient, nutrition-forward, make-ahead options for a fueling breakfast during busy mornings. Both dishes consist of dry ingredients hydrated in a dairy component to become texturally soft, rich, and creamy. But, just as each dish provides its own tasting profile and mouthfeel, each also comes with its own respective health benefits. When it comes to nutrition, overnight oats win for protein and chia seed pudding wins for fiber.
They have a comparable protein content and roughly the same amount of calories; but, when it comes to fiber, almond butter beats peanut butter. A serving of almond butter (two tablespoons) has around 3.3 grams of fiber, whereas peanut butter has half that amount. There seems to be a trend focused on consuming as much protein as possible, but fiber is an underrated nutrient that's finally getting its time in the spotlight - and almond butter is a delicious way to ensure you get enough.
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