Source: liverfoundation.org

Presentation

Dessert or breakfast made with oatmeal, apple, cinnamon and walnuts.

Ingredients

for 1 person

Rolled oats – 125 g (4.4 oz)

Water – 250 ml / 250 g (1 cup)

Half an apple, diced – ≈ 75 g (≈ 2.6 oz)

Ground cinnamon – 1/4 teaspoon

Chopped walnuts – 1 tablespoon (≈ 7 g / 0.25 oz)

Method

Bring the water to a boil in a pot

Add the oats.

Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the diced apple and cinnamon

Cook for another 2 minutes.

Garnish with chopped walnuts.

Serve

Allergens

Cinnamon: possible reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Oat flakes: cereals containing gluten covered by EU Regulation 1169/2011. May cause cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Apple: individual fruit intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of birch sensitivity

Walnuts: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Note

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Cinnamon: able to strengthen the immune system

Oat flakes: suppliers of factors that promote the functionality of the immune system and regulate blood sugar, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood.

Apple: provides flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathics; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Walnuts: Zinc carriers, an element favourable to the proper functioning of the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids and vitamin E and rich in omega 3 fatty acids that fight the increase in blood pressure and the presence of bad cholesterol. Rich in magnesium and omega 3 fatty acids important for regulating mood and cognitive function

Safety / Intended use

Product that can also be used in the case of:

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Constipation

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)
• Mucositis (inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)