We woke up to bright sunshine this morning
And stumbled down for some oats. I hate it when you are extra hungry the morning after overeating. My guess would be that the overproduction of insulin the night before makes your blood sugar drop abnormally low, making you extra hungry. I haven’t gotten to Metabolism yet (next fall!) though, so that’s my hypothesis.
My hypothetic hypoglycemia was cured with this delicious bowl –
I actually wanted cereal but mom and Matt requested KERF oatmeal, so I made a big pot.
The mix (serves 1)
- 1/2 cup Great Harvest Cranberry Almond mix – mixed with some 9 grain cereal, 1/2 cup soy milk, 1/2 cup water, 1/3 large banana
- 1 tbsp flax
- Crumbled GH power bar
- Spoonful MaraNatha AB
I sipped on coffee as I cooked
In typical Younger fashioned, we’re headed out hiking today. We wanted to hike at the US National Whitewater Center, but the trails are closed from yesterday’s rain 😥 I think we’re headed to King’s Mountain instead, which is a farther drive, but still a cool mountain with 22 miles of trails.
Be back later!
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
great looking oats, as usual, Kath!
Have a great hike! 😉
Lauren says
I am in need of a nice long hike – after a cold winter indoors, I crave the solitude and beauty of nature. I’m planning a day trip out to the Berkshires in western Massachusetts sometime soon. Enjoy your hike!
Organic Girl aka Ashley H says
Oh I wish we had trails like that around here that sounds like alot of fun!!
Oh She Glows says
I love your hypothesis, very interesting. I am always MUCH hungrier after a night of over eating too! Its not fair, is it?
Have fun hiking with the fam!
VeggieGirl says
Faaabulous breakfast cure 🙂
Have fun on your hike!!
Nicole says
Enjoy your hike today! I hope the weather stays beautiful for you all!
Sharon says
Have a great time today!
LK- Healthy Delcious says
I dont know hoe you do it, your oatmeal always looks so delicious (and I hate oatmeal- lol)
have fun on the hike!
Angie says
Beautiful breakfast! Have fun hiking!
Beadie @ What I Ate Yesterday says
have a great hike!! We haven’t gotten out for a hike yet this year, I can’t wait!
crunchygranolagirl says
I have the same bowls! Your oats look much prettier though! Have fun hiking today : )
Emily W. says
Have a great hike! I agree with your metabolic hypothesis! lol (from experience!)
Adi (oatonomy.com - repaired!) says
Hiking sounds great — enjoy your day, Kath!
Jane B. says
Have fun!
rhodeygirl says
i also am hungrier the morning after overeating. i find it helps if i gulp 2 huge glasses of water before breakfast.
Mara @ What's For Dinner? says
I have a very similar hypothesis re: hunger after overeating. It drives me CRAZY because its like, “I just ate! Why am I hungry AGAIN?”
Great oats, and thanks for the kindergarten song earworm 🙂
Sarah (lovINmytummy) says
Enjoy your hike. If you see a bear, just hit two sticks together…that keeps ’em away!
EatingRD says
The whitewater center is a blast! I went there with my mom a little while after it opened. We didn’t have time to do any of the rafting, but we did enjoy a nice lunch. Next time I want to try the rock climbing wall! Have a good hike 🙂
Melissa says
Jealous of your sunshine. All we have here is rain. 🙁
Have fun!!
Bec says
The oats look amazing, have a great hike!
sue says
gorgeous breakfast! have a great hike kath!
Courtney (The Hungry Yogini) says
Gorgeous oats and love the reasoning behind the extra hunger. I have always wondered! Enjoy your hike!!!
zestycook says
Lovin’ the oats Kath… can’t wait for the video for zesty!
Maureen says
Metabolism blows. You have to memorize a million metabolic pathways–as if anyone is going to remember them after the final exam!
Marisa (trim the fat) says
Sounds like a fun day 🙂
Michelle Hisae says
Hiking – how fun! Enjoy the fresh smell of the outdoors. It’s the best.
Meghan at Making Love In The Kitchen says
Yes… Your hypothesis is quite accurate. Staying up too late also makes you very hungry in the morning if your liver doesn’t get a chance to do its clearing between the hours of 1 and 3.
K says
Have fun hiking!!
Marissa says
Enjoy the hike!
Run Sarah says
Have fun hiking – what a great easter outing!
Hallie says
I love that your family goes hiking together 🙂 I’m going hiking/camping with my bf and his mom today/tonight, so maybe we’ll start a new family tradition.
Yay for nature (ok…I’m a big dork…at least I own it)
Foodie (Fab and Delicious Food) says
Yummy oatmeal!
Heather says
That sounds like so much fun!! Can’t wait to hear how it goes and see some pictures from the hike. Have a GREAT day!
I’ve heard that when you overeat the day before, your stomach expands, so when you wake up in the morning, you feel more hungry than normal.
Lauren says
Hi i’m a newbie to the whole blogging world. I’m trying to eat healthier and i really enjoy your blog. I just have a quick question though. I don’t know if you eat greek yogurt but if you do how do you eat it? Just plain? I just bought some and tried it today and didn’t enjoy it at all. I bought just the plain style. Also if any other readers have any suggestions they’d be greatly appriciated! Thanks!
Lauren
Kori (All Things B.) says
Lauren- I like adding some honey or fruit preserves to sweeten it. Greek yogurt is different in flavor and texture, but is so good once you find a way that you enjoy it! Top it however you would regular yogurt- granola, cereal, fruit, nuts etc.
Kath- enjoy your hike! I think your insulin/metabolism hypothesis is correct- at least it seems right! have a great day!
Heather says
Lauren – I buy Oikos Greek Yogurt in the flavored varieties. Vanilla and Honey are the best, but blueberry is quite good as well. I have never liked the taste of plain greek yogurt either, so I know exactly what you mean
KatieF says
Lauren – I like plain Greek yogurt mixed with fruit (berries or kiwi work great), sliced almonds, and a tiny bit of honey.
Chobani also has fantastic flavored Greek yogurts if you can’t do plain.
Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats says
Ugh how fun!! Burn off some cals after a big night out – niiiice 😀
Jess says
Wonderful oats-as always! Have fun on the hike!
<3 jess 🙂
xxx
Amy says
Hey, Kath! You’ve probably noticed / been informed of this already, but sparkpeople.com gave you a little shout outtt in an article on tempeh:
http://www.dailyspark.com/blog.asp?post=meatfree_fridays_time_to_try_tempeh
Elizabeth says
I’m jealous of your hiking! We plan to do lots this year, once it finally warms up here in the ‘great white north’ 🙂
Enjoy!
Anne says
I believeeeeeee the overnight fast stimulates production of neuropeptide Y, which increases appetite… I think overproduction of insulin might mean its time to see your doctor!
Meg says
Delicious bowl as always! Hope you enjoy your hike!
theoddbod says
enjoy metabolism,haha!
Kath says
Sarah (lovINmytummy),
Right after I put on my sugar water bug repellent, right!?
Heather ,
I bet that’s part of it too 🙂
Lauren ,
I do love Greek yogurt. I usually mix in things for chew and crunch: cereal, bars, pumpkin, flax, jam.
Amy ,
Very cool!!! Thanks for sharing!
Anne ,
Thanks for the info! That sounds familiar…
K