Here's a simple and diabetic-friendly recipe for Oatmeal with Nuts and Seeds – tasty, filling, and great for blood sugar control. 🍲✨

🥣 Oatmeal with Nuts and Seeds – Diabetic Friendly Recipe

🛒 Ingredients (1 serving):

• Rolled oats – ½ cup (not instant oats)

• Water or low-fat milk – 1 cup (or use unsweetened almond milk)

• Chia seeds – 1 tsp

• Flaxseeds (ground) – 1 tsp

• Almonds or walnuts (chopped) – 1 tbsp

• Berries (blueberries/strawberries) – a handful (optional, fresh or frozen)

• Cinnamon powder – ¼ tsp

• A pinch of salt – optional

• Stevia or monk fruit sweetener – optional (avoid sugar or honey)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Boil the oats:

   • In a small saucepan, bring water or milk to a boil.

   • Add the rolled oats and stir occasionally.

   • Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens.

2. Add seeds:

   • Stir in the chia seeds and ground flaxseeds.

   • Cook for another 1-2 minutes so the seeds absorb moisture.

3. Flavor it:

   • Add cinnamon powder and a pinch of salt (if using).

   • Add a natural sweetener if desired (Stevia works well).

4. Top it up:

   • Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle with chopped almonds/walnuts.

   • Add a few fresh/frozen berries (optional).

5. Serve warm with love 💚

✅ Why it's good for diabetics:

• Low GI oats prevent blood sugar spikes.

• Chia and flax add omega-3 and fiber.

• Nuts provide protein and healthy fats.

• Cinnamon may help with insulin sensitivity.