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Oats are a staple in many a pantry. They may be in the form of rolled oats, instant oats, oat flour, or steel-cut oats. However they come, there are certainly some good reasons as to why we ought to be including more of them in our diet.
Oats are an excellent source of soluble fiber, are high in protein, contain many minerals, and hold a specific type of antioxidants called avenanthramides that are found only in oats.
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Finding a plant-based snack or breakfast bar isn’t impossible by any means, but when you do find them, they are typically pricey or full of added ingredients. These Breakfast Oat Squares by Wholesome LLC are perfect as a cheaper, healthier alternative while still lending a yummy flavor!
9. Easy Cajun Jambalaya
This Easy Cajun Jambalaya by Crazy Vegan Kitchen is loaded with tomatoes, celery, onion, cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, sweet peppers and jalapeños, this cajun jambalaya is a perfect one pot meal. Since most cajun jambalaya recipes call for a medley of meat products, this jambalaya has vegan sausages instead, just to add a little heartiness and umami to the dish. Feel free to substitute those for vegetables or leave them out though if you’d like the recipe to be gluten-free.
10. Vanilla Overnight Oats and Maple Spiced Pears
Vanilla Overnight Oats and Maple Spiced Pears by Shanika Graham-White! Vegan, Gluten-free, and only takes 5 minutes to whip together while you allow let the refrigerator do the rest overnight. This recipe boasts of its creaminess, thickness from the thickly cut oats used, and generous vanilla + nutty flavors from the delicious almond butter marrying well with vanilla; which all create quite the experience in just one bowl.
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While there isn’t a clear-cut cause for high blood pressure, there are certain lifestyle factors that can increase your risk. One of the most influential is diet. This may seem a little daunting, thinking you may need to completely change the way you eat, but instead think about the fact that food can actually aid you in lowering your blood pressure. Research shows that certain plant-based foods containing specific nutrients help decrease high blood pressure.