· By Jack Storey
Rise & Recover: The Oat Bowl That Gets You Back on Track
🥣 The Morning Reboot: Oatmeal with Berries & Nuts
Sometimes you just need something simple, warm, and quietly powerful. This bowl of oatmeal is exactly that, no frills, all function. It’s comforting, quick to throw together, and packed with ingredients your body actually wants after a night out.
Think slow release energy, anti inflammatory goodness, and enough flavour to make you forget you woke up sideways.
What You’ll Need:
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½ cup rolled oats
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1 cup water or milk (dairy or plant-based, oat milk works ironically well)
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½ cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
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A handful of almonds or walnuts
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A drizzle of honey or maple syrup (optional)
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A pinch of cinnamon
How To:
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Bring water or milk to a light boil.
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Stir in oats and cook per package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes).
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Once thick and creamy, transfer to a bowl.
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Load up with berries, nuts, cinnamon, and a drizzle of your chosen sweetener.
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Mix, eat, feel vaguely reborn.
Why This Bowl Hits Right:
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Oats: Complex carbs that keep blood sugar steady and give you slow, reliable energy.
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Berries: Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C to fight oxidative stress from alcohol.
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Nuts: Healthy fats, protein, and magnesium to calm nerves and support muscle recovery.
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Cinnamon: Anti-inflammatory spice that also tastes like comfort.
Hangover Recovery Bonus:
After a big night, your body’s dealing with inflammation, blood sugar swings, and nutrient depletion. This bowl tackles all three and it does it gently. Pair it with the AM dose of Feeling Wonky and you’ve got a real recovery routine that goes beyond just pushing through.