Constipation, even occasional, can become a real nuisance. Just as there are foods that should not be abused because they can complicate things, others can help you so that going to the bathroom is not an ordeal. In addition to fiber foods such as legumes and whole grains, there are others that exert a moderate laxative effectlike figs, grapes, kiwis and plums, which we will just talk about now.
Both oats and prunes have many interesting properties for our health, but on this occasion we choose them for what they can do to relieve and prevent constipation. And, in addition to providing energy, the combination of both promotes intestinal transit, eliminates excess waste from the colon and helps reduce inflammation in the body.
Oatmeal with prunes
There are many recipes that allow you to take advantage of the numerous benefits of oats. Generally, when we imagine some of them, we do it in the form of muesli, porridge (the usual porridge) or cookies, more novel but so practical that you can take them as a snack anywhere. But had it occurred to you to grind it together with some juicy prunes and drink it as a smoothie? Take note because this recipe is very easy and a good help against constipation.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup of hydrated oat flakes
- ½ cup prunes
- 2 cups of vegetable drink
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Preparation mode
Although preparing a smoothie is the simplest thing in the world, it also has its tricks. Here the crux of the matter lies in how to integrate oats so that you have a rich and creamy smoothie. On the one hand you can grind it until it is practically sand, and on the other you can hydrate it in water or a vegetable drink.
If you decide on the second option, the ideal would be that you would make it the night before and keep it in the fridge so that it would give him time to soften; If this is not possible, hydrate it for at least half an hour with warm water. Remember that this is a smoothie, so it will always be better cold.
- In a bowl, place the prunes and cover them with hot water. Let them hydrate for at least 10 minutes so they become softer and juicier. Drain them.
- In the blender glass add the oats, prunes and cinnamon powder. If you want a sweet touch, add honey or another natural sweetener. Pour the vegetable drink and blend until it is to your liking.
- The idea is that you obtain a smooth and homogeneous mixture, so if you think it is a bit thick, just add a little more vegetable drink. Serves immediately.
Other ideas for your oatmeal and raisin smoothie
If you feel like giving it a sweeter touch in the form of fruit, add a ripe banana. Do you want it to also be cold? Freeze the banana before and you will see how good. Another option to cool it quickly but without adding the banana is by adding ice to taste and crushing it with the rest of the ingredients. And already, you can add other fruits like blueberries or raspberries. Delicious!
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