By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
December 3rd, 2023
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Compared to most cereals and granolas sold in grocery stores, muesli has far more to offer in terms of nutrients, plus much less sugar and other unwanted additives. Considering that traditional muesli is made with straightforward, nutrient-rich ingredients — such as rolled oats, dried fruits, nuts, seeds and other superfoods — it's a great way to kick off your day. Here are 7 benefits of eating muesli.
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One serving of muesli provides between 4 to 7 grams of fiber, helping you to meet your daily target. Muesli also supplies you with prebiotics, which contribute to gut health by promoting the growth of “good bacteria."
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Muesli's combination of whole grain oats, nuts and seeds makes it a grain source of protein which is needed for functions including muscle growth and maintenance and bone health.
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Thanks to all the soluble fiber found in muesli, especially from whole grain oats and seeds, it can promote fullness in addition to improving gut health. Protein and healthy fats, from ingredients including nuts and seeds, also contribute to satiety, that can aid your weight loss by preventing unnecessary eating.
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Muesli is made with healthy sources of fatty acids including nuts like almond, cashews and walnuts, plus seeds such as hemp, flax and chia seeds.
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Muesli is a great way to potentially help prevent weight gain and to fight inflammation, since high added sugar intake is linked to issues including high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes etc.
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Oats, fruit and other superfoods found in muesli can help fuel your muscles and brain before a workout or a busy day. And because muesli contains whole foods, fiber, protein and fats instead of processed ingredients that will spike your blood sugar, it provides lasting energy with zero crash afterwards.
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Muesli contains oat bran, which includes an oat fiber called beta-glucan that can help reduce cholesterol levels.
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